Muzio Clementi ： Gradus ad Parnassum No.80 in C-Dur Op.44-80

This etude by Clementi is based on the clear sonority of C major and is designed to develop finger independence and evenness of motion. It unfolds as a continuous flow, following repetitions and variations of its patterns, while maintaining forward momentum within a concise structure. Its appeal lies in linking delicate movements lightly without allowing the individual voices to become blurred. In practice, first coordinate the hands and stabilize the clarity of each note and the rhythm. Avoid rushing the tempo, shape the direction of the phrases, and add natural dynamic variety rather than playing mechanically; this will bring out both the work’s clarity as a study piece and its musical charm.