Kamakshi and Vishala, sisters and co-founders of The Sound Space, have a clear mission - to use music as a catalyst for personal growth and community impact. ‘We grew up in a musical family and realised the value it added to our lives,’ Kamakshi shares. This personal connection inspired them to extend the gift of music to others, creating a space where people of all ages could benefit.
Their journey, however, was not without challenges. ‘One of the biggest hurdles was making traditional music approachable and sustainable,’ Kamakshi explains. To achieve this, the sisters developed a structured and scalable curriculum that incorporates songs, stories, and games from across India. ‘Our goal is to make music a part of daily life,’ she adds, emphasising how their approach ensures quick results, while also laying the foundation for deeper learning in Indian music.
Another significant challenge was the financial aspect of the business. ‘A lot of the time, we believed that money would just come, but that’s not how it works,’ Kamakshi admits. Starting off as young women, they faced skepticism, particularly about balancing their careers with personal life. Despite these doubts, The Sound Space remains fully self-funded, a point of pride for the duo.
The Sound Space has had a remarkable social impact. ‘We hire artistes who perform during the evenings or weekends, offering them the opportunity to earn a steady income as music educators,’ Kamakshi says. Moreover, they’ve expanded their team to include women from the local community, training them in skills like language development and musicianship. ‘This is the level of social impact we’re talking about,’ Kamakshi says proudly.
Ultimately, the sisters aim to connect people with themselves and their environment through music. ‘That’s the company’s major goal,’ says Kamakshi.