Like many songwriters, I often have moments of inspiration, which I quickly record (on my phone these days;-) and set aside. From time to time, a forgotten gem turns up when these musical ideas are revisited. This was the case with AUTUMN AYRE. It immediately struck a chord (pun intended;) after hearing it again. We quickly finished the melody and song structure, and it seemed to capture the essence of the fall season perfectly!

This piece comes from a new piano album, which is now in the works and slated for an early 2026 release. More singles and sheet music from this project will be released in the coming months.

David Lanz returns to his solo piano roots.

Reminiscent of his mid 1980's albums NIGHTFALL and HEARTSOUNDS, originally released on the legendary Narada label.

AUTUMN AYRE also inspired David, putting him into a poetic mood as he wrote these lines..." Summer has taken her last breath, and Winter's chill has yet to be felt. And here between the extremes of fire and ice, lies Autumn.

With her earthy colors and brisk winds, blowing in memories of warmer days and promises of snowy nights."