Sound Track To Success | Steven Samuel Devassy | TEDxVelammal Global School

Musical Journey & Influences - The speaker's musical journey began at the age of 2, influenced by a family deeply involved in music [3] - The speaker's father was a violinist and sound engineer with awards in the Malayalam film industry [3] - The speaker's uncle, Stephen Davis, is a renowned pianist in the country, serving as a significant influence [4] - A play school teacher recognized the speaker's early interest in music, leading to parental support [5] Early Performances & Education - The speaker's first performance was at age 3, followed by a concert at age 5 at an international children's festival in Hyderabad [6] - The speaker completed eight grades of music education by the age of 10 [6] Practice & Development - Practice is emphasized as crucial, involving learning from challenging pieces by music legends to understand diverse ideas and patterns [7][10] - Early on, the speaker balanced studies and music, later prioritizing music and dedicating significant time to practice [8][9] Collaborations & Recognition - The speaker has had the opportunity to perform and work with many legends in the music industry, including his uncle and A R Rahman [12][14] - Working with A R Rahman was a dream come true, leading to participation in the Jala initiative and performances at events like the Wave Summit in Mumbai [14][18] Philosophy & Aspirations - Success is defined not by fame or fortune, but by creating something that brings joy to others [19] - The speaker aims to create music that resonates with and benefits others [19] - The speaker encourages everyone to identify and develop their talents, emphasizing the importance of parental support [21][22]