Muzio Clementi ： Gradus ad Parnassum No.86 in Es-Dur Op.44-86

This étude makes effective use of the bright, poised sonority of E-flat major, with a steady sense of motion and lively rhythm supporting the music throughout. It unfolds through groups of short phrases, while the development of the phrases and changes in harmony add character to the flow. It is important to keep the individual voices well balanced and to remain aware of the direction of each melodic line. Beyond maintaining even fingerwork, shaping the beginnings and endings of phrases with natural dynamic nuance, together with a bright tone and clear articulation, brings out both the technical demands and musical appeal of this study. Rather than rushing the tempo, aim to balance clarity in the details with the overall forward momentum.