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EXAMPLE 1: percussion tab and notation guide
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We've included two of these percussive strikes in our 'Newtonised' tune. Try adding one or two other strikes if you're feeling adventurous.

EXAMPLE 2: Newton's warm-up exercise
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Here is Newton's warm-up, as demonstrated on the video. To maintain his co-ordination, Newton starts from a slow tempo and gradually builds pace to maximum speed. Building speed gradually is a great way to warm up.

EXAMPLE 3: warm-up exercise with added percussion
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This is our 'Newtonised' version of the warm-up, featuring bass and snare-style hits on the guitar top. Use this as a starting point for your own ideas and try including other percussive hits for variation.

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