The Real Book - Volume II - Mini Edition: C Edition

Real Book Volume II - Mini Edition for C Instruments

The Real Book Volume II Mini Edition delivers 400 essential jazz standards in a compact, portable 5.5 x 8.5 inch format. This C Edition fake book from Hal Leonard provides the same comprehensive content as the full-size 9 x 12 version, optimized for musicians who need their charts on the go.

Compact Format, Complete Content

This mini edition maintains all 400 songs from the original Real Book Volume II while fitting into a more practical size for rehearsals, gigs, and practice sessions. The smaller footprint makes it easier to transport and position on crowded music stands without sacrificing readability or content.

400 Jazz Standards Included

This collection features essential jazz repertoire including Air Mail Special, Birdland, Bye Bye Blackbird, Caravan, Doxy, Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words), Georgia, Girl Talk, I Remember You, I Thought About You, In Walked Bud, The Jodi Grind, Just the Way You Are, Killer Joe, Little Sunflower, Mercy Mercy Mercy, Moanin', The Nearness of You, Now's the Time, Old Devil Moon, Phase Dance, St. Thomas, Speak Low, Stardust, Tangerine, Tenor Madness, Watch What Happens, Whisper Not, Willow Weep for Me, and Yardbird Suite among many others.

C Instrument Transposition

Written specifically for C instruments including piano, guitar, flute, violin, and other non-transposing instruments. The charts provide melody lines, chord changes, and song forms in the original keys, making this fake book suitable for a wide range of jazz musicians.

Professional Quality from Hal Leonard

Hal Leonard Corp, founded in 1947, has established itself as the world's largest source of music performance and instructional materials. Their catalog includes over a million products in both physical and digital formats, representing songwriters and artists across all genres. The Real Book series has become the industry standard for jazz musicians worldwide.

Practical for Gigging Musicians

The mini edition format addresses the practical needs of working musicians who require comprehensive repertoire without the bulk of traditional fake books. This paperback edition fits easily into gig bags, instrument cases, and backpacks while providing instant access to hundreds of jazz standards.