Guatemala Hearty Ovation for Pablo Milanes
Nearly 6,000 Guatemalans gave a huge standing ovation to prominent Cuban singer-songwriter Pablo Milanes, who sang love, nostalgic and hope songs during his concert in Guatemala City.

In his third concert in this capital, Milanes´ songs such as "Yolanda" and "El breve espacio en que no estas," combined with some included in his new album "Como un campo de maiz" (Like a corn plantation), were wildly applauded by the audience at the Conventions Center of the Tikal Futura Hotel.

Shouting "Viva Cuba" (Long live Cuba), Guatemalans joined the Milanes homage to the local youth.

One of the most emotive moments was when the prominent singer sang "Cancion de Cuna para una Niña Grande" (A Lullaby for an Old Girl), who he wrote for one of her daughters when she was pregnant.

But the greatest moment came later, as the whole audience chanted a happy birthday song for his 63rd birthday and gave him a huge mantle.

Before the concert, Milanes stated he was feeling all right and fulfilled in his career.