How long would it take for me to learn the Eruption solo as a beginner?

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Newmusician93
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How long would it take for me to learn the Eruption solo as a beginner?

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Just curious about the time investment needed to tackle Van Halen's Eruption as a beginner guitarist. Any insights?
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Re: How long would it take for me to learn the Eruption solo as a beginner?

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I admire your ambition but I would be cautious about undertaking this as a new player. Sure thing - give it a go but I would not dedicate all your time to this. It is a hard thing to play even for an advanced player and undertaking something like this as a beginner could lead to some wasted time and a lot of frustration.

I was always guilty of trying to play things way above my skill level. You eventually find that you get a lot more satisfaction and real progress from working towards more sensible and realistic goals.

But hey... you might be naturally gifted and fly though it. I will certainly be interested to hear your version when you have done it!

Good luck
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