Dr. David M. Fairchild

We still think of Doc so often, especially when we see an old movie with a singer and a band, i.e. Danny Kaye in the movie "Five Pennies." And when we are at the Cape. We loved him and still miss him dearly. Ellen Harvey & Warner Zipf

I only recently learned of the loss of David Fairchild, who was my school music teacher from Anne Hutchinson (primary) till 1962, then Eastchester Jr. H.S. till 1965, and finally Eastchester H.S. till graduation in '68. His career in the public school system seemed to progress as our class progressed -- and we could not have been more fortunate. I saw him twice in the last few years, at our class reunion in 2010, and at the Yale production of "Kiss Me Kate" in 2013 , the hundredth...

We were very sad to learn of Dr. Fairchild's passing. He was a mentor, a performer and a teacher to many. We will never forget when he sang under Dr. Albright with the Westchester Band.

My Teacher-My Inspiration
Dr. Fairchild was my teacher and my friend! I loved going to his home for my music lessons. He shared his love and knowledge of music and life! His friendship was a gift and he was an inspiration to me. He touched my life so deeply and I will miss him!

I was so saddened to hear the news of the passing of "Doc" my teacher in high school and a longtime family friend. You will be greatly missed. What wonderful memories I have of music rehearsals and performances. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. Much love always.

Words cannot express my sadness for Doc's departure...nor my gratitude for having him in my life. He was my vocal coach for more than 20 years. Everytime I sing, I will remember him with great love! Till I see you in heaven, Doc! xoxo

My dearest "Doc," I am deeply saddened to hear of your passing. From my days singing in the Eastchester junior and senior high school choirs, to the 10 wonderful years studying voice privately with you, to our 24 years of friendship, I am a better person today for having known you. I will miss you tremendously, and send my heartfelt condolences to David, his devoted son, and his beloved grandsons.

I was in the girl's chorus at Eastchester Jr High,
and I remember every sng that we learned. He was a good teacher. Sue Calder-Stad

David was my voice teacher for many years and I will very much miss him and our lessons. He so loved music and enjoyed sharing his favorite songs with me. He would have me sing through book after book, introducing me to those songs. David believed in me when I didn't and encouraged me to sing. He had been emailing me to schedule our next lesson certain he would back at the piano in no time after his stay in rehab, He could never envision retiring, he so loved his students. I will miss him.