Yandel Delights Guatemalan Fans with Sold-Out Symphonic Reggaeton Concert
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Puerto Rican artist Yandel performed a symphonic concert in Guatemala City on May 29th.
- The concert, part of his "Yandel Sinfónico" tour, featured reggaeton hits rearranged with orchestral accompaniment.
- Yandel expressed gratitude for the sold-out show and the collaboration with Guatemalan musicians.
Puerto Rican artist Yandel captivated a Guatemalan audience on May 29th with the first of two scheduled symphonic concerts in the capital. The Explanada 5 venue transformed into a vibrant space for dancing, reminiscing, and celebrating reggaeton's greatest hits, reimagined with orchestral arrangements. Yandel's "Yandel Sinfónico" tour, which began in 2025, is described as an innovative experience that has revitalized his career and showcased his versatility. Accompanied by a Guatemalan orchestra led by Mexican conductor Javier Mendoza, Yandel delivered a nearly two-hour performance featuring hits like "Puño de Tito," "Permítame," and "Rakata." He expressed his delight at the sold-out show, noting it as a record for Guatemala. The artist also shared the stage with Gadiel, performing "Plakito" together. Yandel emphasized his commitment to the evolution of reggaeton, highlighting the symphonic format as a challenging yet rewarding endeavor that has allowed him to reinvent himself.
Originally published by Prensa Libre in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.