Merlyn D’Souza & Purbayan Chatterjee Light Up Sonos Sound Suites Debut in Mumbai

Mumbai just witnessed something truly magical. On 22nd August 2025, Sonos kicked off its first-ever India Sound Suite at Soho House, Mumbai and the evening was nothing short of historic.

Imagine this: sitar maestro Purbayan Chatterjee and jazz pianist-composer Merlyn D’Souza in a live jugalbandi. The blend of Indian ragas with jazz and blues created an atmosphere that left every cultural tastemaker in the room completely spellbound.

Tradition Meets Innovation

Sonos Sound Suites is designed as an India-first immersive experience, celebrating the country’s deep musical roots while showcasing how modern sound technology can elevate them. For the Mumbai debut, the focus was clear — honouring India’s classical music renaissance while weaving it beautifully with contemporary global genres.

“Indian classical music is steeped in emotion, texture, and nuance. When mixed with the blues, the sound becomes soulful and captivating,” said Purbayan Chatterjee after his performance.

Beyond Sound – An Emotional Experience

The event wasn’t just about live music. Guests also got a taste of Sonos Era 300 spatial audio, guided by Sonos Sound Experience Engineer Harry Jones. Through carefully curated listening sessions, attendees experienced music in a way that felt three-dimensional, powerful, and deeply personal — almost as if the artist was performing right in their living room.

Harry explained it best:

“For us at Sonos, technology is important, but the real essence of sound lies in recreating the art and emotion exactly as the artist intended.”

India’s Creative Voices Take the Stage

Adding to the energy of the night, Sonos also announced that the Sound Suites will bring together a collective of India’s cultural tastemakers — from musicians like Kavya Trehan and Avanti Nagral, to vinyl archivist Nishant Mittal (Digging in India), chef Harsh Dixit, and storyteller Aditi Mayer. This diverse crew will share how sound shapes their creative worlds, homes, and communities.

Why This Matters

India is at a fascinating cultural moment. While global sounds are everywhere, there’s a strong rediscovery of our own classical roots. Events like the Sonos Sound Suite prove that when tradition meets innovation, the result is pure magic.

And with this Mumbai debut, Sonos has made it clear: great sound isn’t just about devices, it’s about emotions, culture, and connections.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Sonos Sound Suites? Sonos Sound Suites is an immersive music experience where live performances and curated listening sessions showcase how Sonos sound technology enhances the way we connect with music.

Q2. When and where was the first Sonos Sound Suite in India held? The debut event was held on 22nd August 2025 at Soho House, Mumbai.

Q3. Who performed at the first India Sound Suite? The evening featured a unique jugalbandi between sitar maestro Purbayan Chatterjee and jazz pianist-composer Merlyn D’Souza.

Q4. What makes Sonos different from other audio brands? Sonos focuses on spatial audio immersion, studio-grade sound quality, and emotional depth—ensuring listeners experience music exactly as the artist intended.

Q5. Who are the cultural tastemakers involved with Sonos Sound Suites? Some names include Kavya Trehan, Avanti Nagral, Nishant Mittal, Maroof Umar, Vedant Lamba, Harsh Dixit, and Aditi Mayer.