Caceres’s collaborations underscore both his authenticity and versatility within the big band arena. He has shared stages with Wynton and Delfeayo Marsalis, Paquito D’Rivera, Bob James, Brian Blade, and John Patitucci, partnerships that speak to his command of swing, Latin jazz, and large-ensemble dynamics. His studio credits span four leader albums and featured appearances on award-winning projects, including La Mafia’s Grammy-winning “Un Millón de Rosas,” reflecting a career that bridges classic swing aesthetics with contemporary production. As a bandleader and educator at institutions such as Houston’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and the University of Houston, he mentors the next generation in ensemble precision, section phrasing, and the art of the shout chorus—key ingredients of big band excellence. The result is a dynamic artist who keeps big band music alive and forward-looking, delivering high-impact performances that honor tradition, ignite dance floors, and introduce new listeners to the enduring excitement of swing.
