Vibraphonist, was born in Havana, Cuba and emigrated to the United States in 1961. He started his early career as a drummer, but his interest in the melodic aspect of music led him to the vibraphone. Although initially influenced by the musical styles of Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet, Roberto discovered jazz while visiting relatives on a Manhattan rooftop terrace. The sounds coming from a nearby apartment sparked an interest in jazz, and he was captivated by the sophistication, elegance and raw emotion of this genre. The discovery of Milt Jackson, vibraphonist with the Modern Jazz Quartet, sealed his fate and jazz vibraphone became his passion. Roberto has performed as a percussionist for national acts (e.g. singer Aretha Franklin and trumpeter, Arturo Sandoval) and jazz vibraphonist on recordings by Tom Browne, West End Mambo and Blue A-Matic. He has also appeared as a sideman with numerous regional entertainers like Melva Houston and Joe Robinson. Active as a band leader for many years, Roberto is frequently heard in Greensboro, Winston-Salem and Charlotte. He resides in Greensboro, North Carolina