Detail 01
Fake book format
One page per tune: melody line, lyrics, chord symbols. You supply the arrangement, voicings and feel.
Product detailSKU #1309565842278
Hal LeonardThe Real Blues Book - Fake Book
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Lead-sheet collection of blues standards in fake book form — melody, lyrics and chord symbols only. For players who already know how to comp blues.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jam sessions where you need the head and changes fast
- Gigging players building a blues set list
- Piano or guitar players who read chord symbols
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners who can't read notation or chord charts
- Anyone wanting tablature or note-for-note transcriptions
- Players looking for backing tracks or audio to practice against
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Standard notation
Written in treble clef with chord letters above. No tab, so guitarists need to read notation or know their chord shapes.
Detail 03
Blues-specific repertoire
Focused song pool rather than a general standards book — most tunes will be in 12-bar or blues-derived forms.
Detail 04
Print book, no audio
Nothing to play along with. You need a metronome, a band, or your own backing tracks.
Detail 05
Single-volume collection
Large page count means it lies awkwardly on some stands. A weighted clip or a wide stand helps.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No CD, download card or backing tracks included — notation only
- 02Fake books are big; check your music stand holds the width
- 03Keys are as written, not necessarily the original recording keys
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this have guitar tab?
No. Fake books use standard notation with chord symbols above the staff. Guitarists read the chord letters and supply their own voicings.
02What's the difference between a fake book and a songbook?
A fake book gives melody, lyrics and chords only — one page per song. A songbook gives full arrangements with written-out accompaniment.
03Can a beginner use this?
Not really. It assumes you can read a melody line and build chords from symbols. A method book is the better starting point.
04Is it just 12-bar blues?
It covers blues repertoire broadly, so expect standard 12-bar forms alongside blues-based tunes with other progressions.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Fake Book
