Jacob Ottmer - Summer Fever for 'Cello and Vibraphone (2021) [Score-Video]

Jacob Ottmer - Summer Fever for 'Cello and Vibraphone (2021) Josh Bermudez, 'cello Jacob Ottmer, vibraphone Program Note: Summer Fever is a piece for vibraphone and cello in which the two instruments come together in creating one larger picture utilizing both rhythmic and melodic motives. The first two movements provide the foundation for each set of motives to build upon in the third movement. As the third movement unfolds, Henry Mancini’s “Moon River” begins to unravel as the prior themes and motives start to emerge from within, revealing the true nature of the famous tune. After coming to an abrupt halt, two pieces are left; one that is reconciled and one that is not.