Althea René gained musical inspiration from her father, Dezie McCullers, a legendary figure among Motown's original Funk Brothers. Althea René draws her musical inspiration from her father, Dezie McCullers, a legendary figure among Motown's original Funk Brothers. Influenced by artists such as Hubert Laws and Ian Anderson( Jetho Tull), she has cultivated her unique creative style. Renowned as a "master of her craft," she is considered one of the world's most thrilling solo improvisational soul-jazz flutists. The multiplatinum and Grammy-nominated saxophonist Najee affectionately refers to her as the "Maceo of the flute." Join us for an uplifting evening filled with the soulful sounds of Althea René during her 2025 Summer Tour!