Alberto “Cuquito” Reyes has earned his place among the quintessential percussionists of this generation by radiating passion, dedication, an outstanding work ethic, and a teamwork mentality that goes above and beyond. Winner of “La Medalla del Sol” by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando, Cuquito thrives across multiple instruments flawlessly while working with Latin Artist Marc Anthony, Unified Sound, Jerry Rivera, and Milly Quezada as well as some of the top entertainment and corporate band companies in the USA, showcasing a diverse and extensive music repertoire that ranges from salsa and jazz to top 40 pop and r&b hits.
Cuquito was born into a musical family in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and moved to Florida a few years later, where he got his professional start at seven years old while subbing for the timbalero of his dad’s band, Orquesta Vibración. From that day forward, he knew music was there to stay. While in school, he joined jazz bands, marching bands, and symphonic orchestra classes, developing skills vital in his journey to play with artists like Lalo Rodriguez, Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz, Anthony Cruz, Rafael de Jesús, and the legendary Tito Puente.
In 1996, Cuquito left on tour with contemporary jazz artist Marc Antoine for their
Urban Gipsy tour. On a brief return to Florida, while attending a workshop by the great Tito Puente at the Disney Institute, he suddenly found himself on stage playing alongside Puente once again.
Since then, Alberto has graced the stage with multiple artists like Gabriela Anders, Giselle, Bonny Cepeda, Tito Nieves, Michael Stuart, José Alberto “El Canario,” , Cheo Feliciano, Andy Montañez, among others, showcasing the versatility and professionalism of a leader everywhere he goes. Some of his most notable performances include Carnegie Hall with Tito Nieves and special guests La India, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Ismael Miranda, and Tony Vega, as well as the Norwegian Cruise Lines’ original production of Havana.
