Brian Sentana Canatsey
@thereisnotime
Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia
Brian Sentana Canatsey is a violinist & ceremonialist—drawing from Middle Eastern & South American indigenous traditions.
Having studied & played with indigenous shamans in Colombia, Peru, & Oaxaca, Brian’s musical work is largely informed by the master plant dietas he completed in Peru with Noya Rao & Bobinsana, as well as the blessings & guidance he received from the Siona abuelas in Putomayo, Colombia.
He also apprenticed for a year with Colombian Taita Cesar Lezama.
Brian plays & sings Middle Eastern sacred music & prayers, and is classically trained - having studied violin with members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
His eclectic blend of influences integrates teachings from Abrahamic mysticism & ancient ceremonial practices from around the world - rooted in study of reputed scholarship & received indigenous wisdom.