The Real Book: Bass Clef Edition

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ISBN 10: 0634060767 / ISBN 13: 9780634060762

Published by Hal Leonard, 1900

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Real Book: Bass Clef Edition
• Publisher: Hal Leonard
• Publication Date: 1900
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0634060767
• ISBN 13: 9780634060762
• Binding: spiral_bound
• Condition: Acceptable
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

About this title

Synopsis

The trusted standard for jazz musicians since the 1970s. Designed for bass clef instruments such as trombone, bassoon, cello, and tuba, The Real Book: Sixth Edition features more than 400 essential jazz standards in clear, accurate notation. Perfect for students, teachers, and working musicians, this edition remains the most relied-upon fake book for gigging, rehearsal, and study.

Comprehensive and Professionally Edited This official Hal Leonard edition corrects decades of errors found in older, unauthorized versions while preserving the look and layout of the original. Each chart includes precise melody lines and chord symbols, making it ideal for sight-reading, improvisation, and ensemble performance. Whether used in lessons, jazz workshops, or stage performances, this collection delivers reliability and clarity on every page.

For Jazz Learning and Performance A must-have reference for music students and teachers, this book supports skill development in improvisation, reading, and harmonic analysis. It helps musicians build confidence, improve rhythm, and enhance performance skills while exploring the timeless repertoire that defines jazz. It’s also a thoughtful gift for aspiring and professional players alike.

Full Song List * All Blues * Autumn Leaves * Body and Soul * Dolphin Dance * Footprints * Giant Steps * Misty * My Funny Valentine * Take Five * Stella by Starlight * Wave * There Is No Greater Love * and hundreds more jazz classics.

Trusted by teachers, loved by players. This bass clef Real Book is essential for anyone serious about learning or performing jazz. Perfect for classroom instruction, jam sessions, and live gigs, it continues to inspire musicians around the world.

About the Author

Founded in 1947, Hal Leonard Corporation has become the worlds largest print music publisher, representing some of the greatest songwriters and artists of all time. We are proud to publish titles of interest to all musicians as well as music lovers, from songbooks and instructional titles to artist biographies and instrument price guides to books about the music industry and all the performing arts.