Chandler Travis Philharmonic preps ‘Ivan Variations’ for release Updated Jan 25, 2021; Facebook Share As with all things Travis, this new project comes with a twist. “The Ivan Variations” consists of 12 wildly different versions of the same song. It will appropriately be released on Groundhog Day, Feb. 2. “Can this be done in an entertaining way?” mused Travis in an email. “Well, it sure entertains the hell out of us.” “Ivan” is a song from Travis’ second solo album “Ivan in Paris,” a track he describes as “almost an afterthought.” It has found new life with the Philharmonic. The Philharmoic has performed “The Ivan Variations” live on Groundhog Day each of the last four years at various Boston venues. This year, COVID-19 has turned the project into a full-fledged recording.