This groove-based solo is designed to explore the various sounds and playing areas of the timpani.  Some of these varying timbre locations include playing on the rims of the drums, in the center of the head, and even on the bowl.  This solo also experiments with dead strokes, buzz roles, and playing with the tip and butt ends of the mallets.  Abundant sounds aside, the solo’s main theme plays a prominent role throughout the work, even during the least expected moments.