Summer Haze is the composers's first concerto for cello and string orchestra (percussion optional). Based on songs composed in his youth, it has an energy that could only have come from those times. Yet themes are developed in the style of a classical concerto and add new ideas. Whereas most concertos are written to show off the technical abilities of the instrumentalist, this concerto was written for pure enjoyment. At all times it is a group effort and everyone should pull together to create balance and harmony. The piece is of moderate difficulty. It is written for cello and string orchestra (percussion and/or piano optional). An arrangement is also available for cello and piano (bass and/or percussion optional).