Peter Lamb . Composed for Double Bass 2000 and premiered at Bass-Fest 2002, this theme and variations is based on a famous song by the lutenist-composer, John Dowland. Each short variation has its own character and message to convey with a supportive and melodic accompaniment contrasting the lively and lyrical solo line. Peter Lamb has written a number of impressive works for double bass and his style is modern but always within a lyrical and accessible idiom. This edition includes a separate part for the advanced bassist. . Performance Level: 8;Advanced.. Grade: 7 - Advanced