Hal Leonard The Real Book Vol.2 2ND Edition C Instruments + Online Audio
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Essential Information About This Book
Essential Information About This Book
- Modern play-along: access to rhythm section backing tracks (piano, bass, drums) for 240 songs, available for download or streaming.
- Jazz standards essential: a massive selection designed for playing in jams, rehearsals, on stage, and daily improvisation practice.
- Official edition: published by Hal Leonard, this version is one of the first legitimate and copyright-compliant editions, with royalties paid to the composers.
- Enhanced reliability: the "historical" errors associated with older copies have been corrected for safer reading during gigs.
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Summary of This Book
A true reference in the world of fake books, this collection is aimed at musicians who want to quickly and efficiently access a solid repertoire of essential standards and themes. Since the 1970s, generations of instrumentalists have relied on these volumes to chain performances, sessions, and jams thanks to a presentation designed to get straight to the point.
This edition emphasizes a more "real" practice: in addition to the book's content, you have access to rhythm band backing tracks (piano, bass, drums) for 240 titles, available online. Ideal for working on rhythmic placement, phrasing, theme setup, as well as developing improvisation (chorus construction, tension/release management, time, articulation) with a live accompaniment rather than a metronome.
The collection covers a broad spectrum of jazz and related music, featuring themes that have become essential repertoire. It includes standards, bebop and hard bop tunes, ballads, blues, and more modern pieces, providing a durable and versatile repertoire base.
Finally, the Hal Leonard edition stands out for its official approach: whereas older versions circulated without authorization, this publication respects copyright and aims for better musical reliability, allowing you to focus on interpretation, sound, and listening.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Jazz, Blues, Soul | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Various | Instrumentation | Online backing tracks for piano, bass, and drums (rhythm section) |
| Artist | Various | Genre | Jazz sheet music |
| Edition | Hal Leonard | ||
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Questions frequently asked
For which instruments is this C edition intended?
This edition is designed for C instruments, as indicated by its title.
How many backing tracks are included with The Real Book Vol. 2 2nd Edition C Instruments?
The online access includes rhythm section backing tracks for 240 tunes. Each accompaniment features piano, bass, and drums.
What jazz styles are featured in this volume?
The collection covers standards, bebop and hard bop themes, as well as ballads and blues. More modern tunes complement this selection focused on jazz, blues, and soul.
Which instruments are used in the online accompaniments?
The rhythm section of the backing tracks consists of piano, bass, and drums.
Can this book be used to practice jazz improvisation?
The 240 accompaniments allow practicing chorus construction, tensions and resolutions, as well as time. Theme setup, phrasing, and articulation can also be worked on with a rhythm section.
