Roberto Pla

Roberto Pla
Birth nameRoberto Enrique Pla García
Born (1947-02-13) February 13, 1947
Barranquilla, Colombia
GenresSalsa, descarga, Latin jazz, Latin pop
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, bandleader
Instrument(s)Timbales, drum kit, hand percussion
Years active1964-present
LabelsTumi Music

Roberto Pla (born February 13, 1947) is a Colombian percussionist and bandleader based in London, England. Primarily a timbalero, he is best known for his contribution to the Latin music scene in the United Kingdom. He has toured with Carlos "Patato" Valdés, Alfredo Rodríguez and Adalberto Santiago, among others.