Muzio Clementi ： Gradus ad Parnassum No.1 in C-Dur Op.44-1

Clementi’s Gradus ad Parnassum No. 1 is an etude in C major that highlights a clear sonority and finely detailed motion. Within its compact span, recurring patterns unfold in succession, making the balanced phrasing and changing harmonic colors especially appealing. It is important to maintain even fingerwork and a steady pulse while avoiding a mechanical character by shaping the peaks of each phrase and carefully balancing the hands and their exchanges. A light touch and clear articulation bring out its Classical poise and sense of movement.