The Real Book, Sixth Edition - C Instruments is the first officially licensed edition of the popular jazz fake book. For over 40 years, musicians have relied on The Real Book to provide lead sheets for the most important jazz standards, but the early editions were plagued by copyright issues and numerous errors. This new edition addresses these problems, legally licensing arrangements and meticulously correcting any mistakes, all while maintaining the familiar look and feel that musicians know and love.

Comprehensive Collection of Jazz Classics

With 400 songs spanning over 60 years of jazz history, The Real Book, Sixth Edition has everything you need. It focuses on the major composers of the post-bop era, like Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Charles Mingus, Bill Evans, Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock, but also includes essential bebop standards and selections from Duke Ellington. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or a professional gigging musician, this book is an invaluable resource.

Legally Licensed and Error-Free

Hal Leonard is committed to honoring jazz composers by properly licensing each song and correcting any errors that