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Golpe - Glossary Term

There are a few different kinds of Golpe, which are ways to strike the guitar with your nail or your hand for a percussive effect.

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    Golpe - Glossary Term

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    There are a few different kinds of Golpe, which are ways to strike the guitar with your nail or your hand for a percussive effect.

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