How did eidde van halen learn guitar?

Eddie Van Halen's father, a Dutch musician, taught him and his brother Alex how to play guitar. He began playing at age six and would practice for hours every day, often skipping school. Van Halen's father was a strict teacher and would often punish him if he made mistakes. However, Eddie Van Halen credits his father with giving him the discipline and work ethic that would later make him one of the most successful guitarists in the world.

One of the things that made Van Halen so unique as a guitarist was his two-handed tapping technique. He developed this technique in the early 1970s and it quickly became one of his signature moves. Van Halen's tapping technique allowed him to play complex melodies and harmonies that were not possible with traditional guitar techniques.

In addition to his guitar playing, Van Halen was also a gifted songwriter and producer. He co-wrote many of Van Halen's biggest hits, including "Eruption," "Jump," and "Panama." He also produced the band's early albums, which helped them to achieve their signature sound.

Eddie Van Halen is considered to be one of the greatest guitarists of all time. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007. In 2012, he was ranked number one on Rolling Stone's list of "The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time."**