“Air on the G String” is one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s most famous pieces. Its original title is “Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major, BWV 1068 – Air.” “Air” is the second movement of this suite. The name “G String” appeared later. In the 19th century, violinist August Wilhelmj arranged the piece so that the melody could be played only on the violin’s lowest string — the G string. That is why it became known as “Air on the G String.” The piece is calm, lyrical, and emotional, and it is often used