Tea for Two: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

$9.00 USD

Tea for Two: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score

Name: Tea for Two: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-50462S
Price: 9.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Irving Caesar and Vincent Youmans / arr. Mike Dana

Grade: 2.5

Item: 00-50462S

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A groovy Latin cha-cha played around 126 BPM with solos provided for alto and trumpet 2. Lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff. This is a first-class chart, you'll love it!

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Series: Belwin Young Jazz

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 16

ISBN10: 1-4706-8627-9

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-8627-7

UPC: 038081620206

SKU: 00-50462S

More about this title

About the Composer: Irving Caesar

Irving Caesar (1895–1994) was a prolific American lyricist and composer whose songwriting career spanned more than seven decades. He collaborated with major composers of the Golden Age of American songwriting, including Vincent Youmans on "Tea for Two," which became one of the most recorded standards in jazz and popular music. Caesar's gift for memorable, singable melodies and clever lyrics made his work a foundation of the American songbook.

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Why we love this

This arrangement brings a beloved standard into the jazz ensemble repertoire with genuine groove and accessibility. The Latin cha-cha treatment feels fresh and energetic without sacrificing the melodic appeal that has made this tune enduring, and the solo opportunities for alto and trumpet 2 give your section players meaningful moments to shine.

What to expect

Bright and propulsive, with a relaxed Latin swing that invites the listener in. The cha-cha groove creates a warm, conversational quality that matches the tune's playful lyrics and timeless charm.

Who it's for

Intermediate to advanced high school jazz ensembles and college jazz groups looking for a sophisticated standard that audiences recognize and enjoy. Directors seeking repertoire that balances accessibility with genuine musical substance will find this chart delivers on both fronts.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rhythm section into the Latin feel early in rehearsal; the cha-cha pulse at 126 BPM needs precision from bass, drums, and piano to support the soloists.
Balance the lead trumpet carefully so the top line cuts through the ensemble without overwhelming the harmonic support underneath.
Encourage your alto and trumpet 2 soloists to listen to classic recordings of this standard; understanding the tune's history will inform their solo phrasing and help them find their own voice within the changes.
Shape the ensemble melody with gentle dynamic swells to maintain interest through the head; this tune is built on repetition, so subtle articulation and expression prevent the performance from feeling static.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a set opener or mid-concert feature that shifts the mood toward something lighter and more dance-oriented. Pair it with other standards from the same era or contrast it with a contemporary jazz composition to show your ensemble's range in a single program.

Skills your students will build

Reading and executing Latin rhythmic feels (cha-cha patterns)
Balancing solo melody with ensemble harmony
Listening and responding to the lead trumpet line while maintaining independent parts
Understanding and performing swing articulation within a structured arrangement
Stylistic phrasing of a jazz standard and respect for the original melody