🇮🇹Muzio Clementi ： Gradus ad Parnassum No.13 in fis-moll Op.44-13

Clementi’s No. 13 from Gradus ad Parnassum is an étude that develops the ability to sustain delicate motion without interruption, as well as independence between the hands. The flowing passagework heard from the opening provides the driving force throughout the piece, while exchanges of figures and harmonic changes maintain its sense of tension. Rather than exaggerating the contrasts between sections, its appeal lies in looking ahead to the direction of each phrase and shaping a continuous musical flow. In practice, first refine the evenness of the notes and the fingering in each hand separately; then, without rushing the tempo, aim for an even and seamless connection between the notes. A well-balanced voicing that keeps the melody clear, subtle dynamic shading, and crisp yet light articulation are essential to the performance.