Classical Variations And Themes is the re-release of Stratovarius guitarist Timo Tolkki's 1994, neo-classically flavored, melodic metal solo outing. An 11 track collection (9 instrumental, 2 vocal) of classical variations and themes, it includes Tolkki's interpretation of Tchaikovsky's "Death Of A Swan", as well as Rodrigo's "Concierto De Aranjuez" ("Guitar Concerto") and the traditional tune "Greensleeves". Tolkki provides the vocals on a pair of vocal tracks, and interestingly, decided to give up the vocal chair in Stratovarius shortly after - in order to concentrate on guitar. Concentrate on the guitar on Classical Variations And Themes - it's superb.
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The record
| 1 | Lord Of The Rings Instrumental Guitar | 5:42 |
| 2 | Fire Dance Suite | 4:58 |
| 3 | Guitar Concerto Instrumental Guitar | 2:53 |
| 4 | Northern Lights Instrumental Guitar | 2:18 |
| 5 | Capriccio In A Minor Instrumental Guitar | 1:09 |
| 6 | Back To The Ice Age Instrumental Guitar | 4:03 |
| 7 | Death Of A Swan Instrumental Guitar | 3:54 |
| 8 | Soldier's Prayer | 4:05 |
| 9 | Flying Samir Instrumental Guitar | 3:02 |
| 10 | Sunwinds Instrumental Guitar | 2:41 |
| 11 | Greensleeves Instrumental Guitar | 1:52 |