The variations are based on fragments of 'Der Heimetvogel', dating from the 19th century. The variations are: 1. Vivo e scherzando (a moto perpetuo); 2. Subito meno mosso (a macabre 12/8 march); 3. Lendo espressivo; 4. Vivace (fugue).
Performance time 15'55"
Recorded on QPRM134D THE KINGS GO FORTH, Central Band of the Royal Air Force