The Paganini Variations are based on a theme from the first of Paganini’s Centone di Sonate MS112. The variations are scored for violin, mandolin, and guitar – the three instruments which Paganini played. The piece was commissioned by the Paganini Guitar Festival and the first performance will take place in Parma on 27th May 2023 with Giulio Plotino – violin, Carlo Aonzo – mandolin, and Giampaolo Bandini – guitar. The piece is also available in a version for violin and guitar, edited by Max Baillie.