🇩🇪Johann Friedrich Franz Burgmüller ： 18 Characteristic Studies No.8 Agitato Op.109-8

As indicated by the marking “Agitato,” this étude places restlessness and tension at the forefront. A succession of short, active figures drives the music forward, while changes in dynamics and the passing of phrases bring shifting expressions. One of its highlights is identifying the peaks of each phrase group while maintaining the overall flow. Rather than pursuing speed alone, coordinate the movements of both hands and keep the small notes clear and even. Feel the pulse from within so that the performance does not sound rushed, and avoid overemphasizing accents; balancing tension with lightness brings out its vitality. In practice, check the hand movements in small units, then shape them into phrases that unfold in a single breath.