From child prodigies to Grammy-winning innovators, Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers stand as one of the most extraordinary family ensembles in modern music. The Brothers will ignite the stage on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026 at the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival.
FAMILY AFFAIR
Their journey began in 1966 with their first public performance in Hawaii, where the brothers quickly established themselves as musical marvels. Led by eldest brother Regi, the family band was already opening for legendary acts such as War and later Curtis Mayfield while youngest brother Victor was still only a child. Today, the Wooten name is synonymous with virtuosity, innovation, and genre-defying artistry. Together, the brothers have amassed 10 Grammy Awards and 26 Grammy nominations, a remarkable testament to their enduring influence across jazz, funk, R&B, classical, rock, and beyond. Victor Wooten, widely celebrated as one of the greatest bassists in history, has been named by Rolling Stone magazine among the ten greatest bass players of all time.
EXCEPTIONAL
Each brother brings a singular brilliance to the family’s sound. Regi, affectionately known as “The Teacha,” is revered worldwide as a master guitarist and mentor. Roy “Future Man” Wooten is a visionary inventor whose groundbreaking instruments, including the Drumitar, have reimagined rhythm and musical form. The late Rudy Wooten left an indelible mark with his legendary saxophone artistry, inspired by jazz giants from Clifford Brown to John Coltrane. Joseph Wooten, known as “The Hands of Soul,” has dazzled global audiences through his work with the Steve Miller Band and his powerful songwriting.
What makes the Wooten Brothers truly exceptional is their ability to transcend genre while staying deeply rooted in family and community. Whether performing in concert halls, jazz clubs, or Victor’s celebrated Wooten Woods, their music bridges generations, traditions, and cultures.
