A poly-stylistic extravaganza, Variations is a work of medium difficulty for solo multiple percussion that combines and explores rock, jazz, latin, and classical styles in a traditional ìtheme and variationsî construct. Combining contemporary performance technique with incessant grooves, the final jazz shuffle variation will undoubtedly bring the audience to their feet. Instrumentation includes: snare drum, bass drum w/ pedal, toms (3), conga, bongos, woodblocks, hi-hat, splash, crash and ride cymbals and gong.