--- title: "Music Education & Community Initiatives in Mumbai Media" description: "Explore media features on The Sound Space. Discover our Hindustani classical music classes, community singing circles, and initiatives like Sound Space on Wheels." canonical: https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/as-seen-in-the-media last_updated: 2025-09-21 --- # Our Journey and Media Features Tribe Verified · Featured in Mid-Day and The Hindu By [The Sound Space](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia) · 5 centers across Mumbai & available citywide · ₹1,500 per person (estimate) Part of [Community Music Gatherings for Adults](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/gallery) We are grateful for the recognition our community initiatives and music education programs have received. Here is a look at what the press has to say about our work in Mumbai. ## Photos and videos - ![We were thrilled to be featured in Mid-Day. The article captures our mission to build a community where everyone can find their voice and spend time with music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6aeb1523-e0f6-4e66-ad3a-6db69c499833) - ![Another feature from Mid-Day about our "immersive experience" in Mumbai. It highlights our goal of bringing people together through the tilting notes of Indian melodies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d9a7ebe-c733-48e4-a918-bb68cdb0a4e6) - ![In this Mid-Day article, we explain our vision for The Naad Collective as being like a book club, where people can express themselves freely without feeling left out.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cef3632e-4788-4de2-a18e-fdc0fee580c3) - ![We were featured by Her Zindagi for International Women in Music Day. The article highlights our 'Sound Space on Wheels' initiative to provide free music classes in Mumbai slums.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90732d3d-2212-4976-b4b0-5b1be74c0f92) - ![A shot of us with our 'Sound Space on Wheels' bus, featured in Her Zindagi. We share our future goals of expanding the program to other cities and integrating arts into education.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/00f222b4-6b78-48db-85df-522e64b9971b) - ![Mid-Day featured our 'Sakhya' concert, a unique jugalbandi performance blending Hindustani and Western classical melodies with Japanese violinist Mika Nishimura.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54243d4d-8742-4f46-b450-4182623293d3) - ![We are so grateful for this wonderful feature in The Hindu's Friday Review. The article beautifully covers our 'Music on Wheels' program and our journey as sisters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7fd6cfaf-81b9-4bd4-8d6d-7b1785ec30eb) - ![Thank you to YourStory for this feature on our 'Music on Wheels' initiative. It helps us spread the word about our mission to bring melody and rhythm to underprivileged children.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3668079-6bbd-4ac5-a728-1ae229cd57ea) ## About As Seen In The Media When publications like The Hindu or Mid-Day write about us, they rarely focus only on technical training or scales. They write about our Sound Space on Wheels initiative reaching children in underserved communities, or our Naad Collective hangouts that treat music as a tool for mental well-being rather than just performance. This coverage confirms that our approach—using Hindustani music for connection—is resonating with the wider community. For us, the media features represent more than just press clippings. They are a mirror of the community we are trying to build. When *YourStory* or *Her Zindagi* covers our 'Sound Space on Wheels' project, they aren't just reporting on a music class; they are highlighting our belief that access to *sur* (note) and rhythm is a basic right for every child, regardless of their background. Our philosophy of music education is often the subject of these interviews. We constantly challenge the idea that classical music has to be rigid or intimidating. Whether it is our jugalbandi collaborations like 'Sakhya' at the Royal Opera House, or our cozy living-room style Naad Collective sessions, the common thread is human connection. We don't aim for perfection in our classes; we aim for friendship with art. That is why reporters often find themselves discussing our 'Naad Collective' not as a school, but as a book club for music lovers. It is a place where you can listen, share, and find a cultural breather in the middle of a busy Mumbai week. If you have been hesitant about starting your journey with Hindustani classical music because you feel you lack a 'background', these features should help you understand that our doors are open to everyone—from bathroom singers to those just looking for a new way to destress. ## About The Sound Space We are Kamakshi and Vishala, sisters who believe that music is a powerful bridge for healing and community. Our teaching style is born from a mother's heart rather than a teacher's mind, focusing on making Indian classical music a source of joy for everyone. [See all of The Sound Space's services](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia) ## More from Community Music Gatherings for Adults by The Sound Space - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/featured) - [The Naad Collective: Our Music Hangout](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/the-naad-collective-our-music-hangout) - [Shadaja for Adults: Learn Hindustani Music](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/shadaja-for-adults-learn-hindustani-music) - [From Classroom to Center Stage: Our Student Showcases](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/from-classroom-to-center-stage-our-student-showcases) - [Voices from Our Community](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/voices-from-our-community) - [Meet Us: Kamakshi & Vishala](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/meet-us-kamakshi-vishala) - [Sound Space on Wheels: Music for All](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/sound-space-on-wheels-music-for-all) - [Behind the Music: Fun, Rehearsals & Learning](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/behind-the-music-fun-rehearsals-learning) ## More services by The Sound Space - [Hindustani Music Classes for All Ages](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/hindustani-music-classes-for-all-ages) - [Themed Music Workshops for Children](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/themed-music-workshops-for-children) - [Early Childhood Music Teacher Training](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/early-childhood-music-teacher-training) ## Similar work from other experts - [Why Families Love Being Part of the Swirl Music Community](https://mytribe.in/swirlmusicindia/music-workshops-camps/hear-from-our-happy-community) by Swirl Music · Music Workshops & Camps · Workshops and camps across Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [Real Stories from Our Music Community](https://mytribe.in/deyzmusiclessons/singing-lessons/words-from-our-community) by Dey'z Music · Singing Lessons · Online classes, home visits across Mumbai, and studios in Goregaon East & Tardeo - [Learn Music with Confidence and Soul in Mumbai](https://mytribe.in/swarsadhnamandir/vocal-music-singing-classes/featured) by Swar Sadhna Mandir · Vocal Music & Singing Classes · Online classes; Studio classes in Malad East & Dahisar East; Home tuitions near Dahisar East - [Hear from Our Musical Community](https://mytribe.in/themusicgurukul/instrumental-music-classes/words-from-our-community) by The Music Gurukul · Instrumental Music Classes · Classes at studios in Chembur and Matunga East, Mumbai - [Featured Moments of Musical Growth](https://mytribe.in/nitzmusicacademy/vocal-training-singing-classes/featured) by Nitz Music Academy · Vocal Training / Singing Classes · Online classes globally & at 5 academy branches across Mumbai - [What Our ShrotaHouse Parivar Says](https://mytribe.in/shrotahouse/indian-classical-music-classes-for-children/words-from-our-parivar-family) by ShrotaHouse · Indian Classical Music Classes for Children · Online, at JP Nagar studio and across Bengaluru ## Book To book The Sound Space, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%20Kamakshi%20and%20Vishala%2C%20I%20saw%20your%20features%20in%20the%20media%20and%20would%20love%20to%20know%20more%20about%20joining%20your%20music%20classes.)