Exposure was beginning to get him the attention of other respected bands in Cuba. 1990 saw him begin a new stage in his career as the first bongocero for “OPUS 13”, a band which eventually metamorphosed into “PAULO Y SU ELITE”. During his two and a half year involvement with the band, he recorded two albums. The band was headed by Paulo Fernandez Gallo, one of the most well recognized and respected artists in Cuban music. Central American, European and Asian tours followed. The band also formed part of singer Jackeline Castellanos 1990-1991 tour and recorded the album, “La dama del son”. The recording was nominated for the “EGREM” award given by the Music Recording and Editing Association of Cuba.
In late 1993, he emigrated to Mexico. Taking up residence in Mexico City, he played with groups such as 40 GRADOS, LA LEY, LA RUMBANTELA and various other Cuban ensembles. During his stay in Mexico, he was introduced to other genres of music; merengue and advertising jingles became part of his repertoire. The crown jewel of his achievements in Mexico came when he was asked to record and perform a work in the Danzon style with the Mexico City Philharmonic. The work was performed at the Palace of Fine Arts in 1996, shortly before moving to the San Francisco area.
Since his arrival, he has become a much sought-after percussionist working with established Bay Area musicians such as Rebeca Mauleón, Omar Sosa, QBA, AVANCE, CUBANACAN, CANDELA, RITMO Y ARMONIA, DR. LOCO AND HIS ROCKING JALAPEÑO BAND among others. His desire to bring his music to students of music resulted in his recording of an instructional CD, “Muy Caliente”, with the aforementioned Mauleón, Orestes Vilató, Oscar Stagnaro and Edgardo Cambón.
Love for the music and a tireless dedication to the improvement of his craft have contributed to making Carlos Caro an excellent and disciplined musician. With great pleasure and occasional hardships he has tried to extend his love for the music of his people beyond his own country.

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