Bio

Founded in the chapels and classrooms of Harvard Divinity School, Satigata was developed by Chris Berlin and Darren Becker, both HDS Master of Divinity graduates in Buddhism. Blending traditional Buddhist chants with acoustic guitars, hand drums, and singing bowls and bells, Satigata emerged as an exploration of contemplative music at the crossroads of Buddhist practice, chanting, dancing, and the accessibility of acoustic American folk-rock music.  

Since the completion of their first album, Boundless, Satigata's line-up has changed and now includes Tom Penhale on flute, EWI ("electronic wind instrument"), and vocals, Faith Mcauliffe on vocals, harmonium, Tibetan singing bowls and bells, John Felice on hand drums and percussion, and Jim Schliestett on bass guitar.

Through their songwriting and live events, Satigata's aim is to inspire the spirit of meditation, well-being, compassion and freedom through music and a distinctive community experience.