The Art of listening | The Why Project - 7

What if music is more than just sound?In this episode of The Why Project, we explore the deeper role of music in shaping emotions, building connections, and supporting healing. Our guest, Purva, is a trained music therapist whose journey spans global education, performance, and clinical practice.From her early experiences with structured music training to studying at Berklee College of Music and later pursuing music therapy, she shares how her understanding of music evolved from performance to purpose.This conversation dives into the difference between music being therapeutic and music therapy as a structured intervention. It also explores how music impacts the brain, supports emotional regulation, and helps individuals build essential life skills.Through powerful personal stories and insights, this episode challenges the idea that music is only for those who are “good” at it.Instead, it presents music as a universal language for connection, healing, and self expression.If you have ever felt something deeply through music, this episode will help you understand why.Guest: Purvaa Sampath (https://www.linkedin.com/in/purvaasampath/)Host: Drithi Das Sound: Mahesh R.Producer: Archita Puranik