Master Piano Skills Today

 Born into a vibrant music family, Sunny Fairbanks (née Chen) discovered her passion for piano and violin as a child, laying the foundation for a remarkable career that spans continents and generations. In 1990, she earned admission to the prestigious University of Music and Performing Arts Graz in Austria, where she pursued a master's degree with double majors in piano and violin, graduating in 1994 with honors. Building on this, Sunny advanced her expertise with a PHD in Music Performance, deepening her command of technique and pedagogy that would define her teaching legacy.

Returning to Taiwan, Sunny dedicated herself to nurturing young talent. She taught at Xiaoming Conservatory of Music post-graduation, advanced to senior lecturer at the National Music Conservatory in 1997, and served as a professor at Shengli International Conservatory from 1999 to 2002. Her expertise shone internationally as a judge for the Prague International Piano Competition (2002–2017) and as a specially invited guest of honor for violin events, where her discerning eye helped shape rising stars.

Over more than two decades of teaching, Sunny has been a beacon for aspiring musicians, guiding countless students into Taiwan's top academies and securing victories in renowned European festivals and competitions. Since immigrating to the United States with her husband in 2018, she has channeled her energy into joyful, child-centered music education in Fairbanks, Alaska. Her engaging performance courses have become a hit, helping kids not only pass RCM and ABRSM exams but also fall in love with music's magic—proving that every lesson is a step toward a symphony of success.

For inquiries or to spark your child's musical journey, reach Sunny at sunny@sunnyfairbanksmusic.com.