Akkarai Sisters, S Subhalakshmi and S Sornalatha, are among India’s most distinguished musicians today. Hailing from a family with a rich musical background and having learnt under illustrious gurus, they are sought after worldwide for their violin and vocal duets, as well as for their violin accompaniment for many an eminent artiste.

Today, Akkarai Sisters are amongst the most celebrated names in Carnatic musicians and hold a very unique distinction in the field as amongst its top vocalists, violinists, as well as accompanists. They attribute all their success to their gurus, especially their father, Akkarai Shri S Swamynathan, who still continues to guide them, and to their mother, Smt A Janaghi, who has nurtured every need and been an enormous tower of strength.