Question 1

Is it hard to learn the bassoon?

Accepted Answer

The bassoon is considered one of the more difficult instruments in the orchestra to learn to play. A double-reed instrument that stands tall is a strange-looking version of a saxophone that plays in bass and tenor notes. The design of the bassoon and length of the instrument makes it challenging to learn, especially if you were to try to understand it on your own.

Question 2

What’s harder to learn, the bassoon or oboe?

Accepted Answer

The bassoon is considered harder to play than the oboe due to its size, complex fingering system, and a lack of control in the higher range of notes. That said, both the oboe and bassoon are challenging to play with good intonation and sound quality at higher notes.