AIR was originally composed for flute and organ in 2008, and later adapted for flute or violin solo with orchestra. This version with piano was created by the composer in conjunction with the orchestration. The work's title expresses the aria-like nature of this lyrical gem. A recording of the orchestral version (available separately from Presser) may be heard at www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBNZo7DwbB0