After getting a basic familiarization with both Chromatik and Smart Music, I think that I can comment on both programs with a music educator's perspective. As far as actually implementing each program is concerned, I think that Chromatik would be a much easier sell here. Especially for music districts that may not have the resources to pay for a subscription to Smart Music or things like a new overhead projector and the like, Chromatik would be the far more attractive option. I could certainly be assuming here, but it just seems as though there is less extra equipment to purchase to get the most out of Chromatik. As far as ease of use and intuitiveness is concerned, I think they are both on a fairly equal level. The beauty of Smart Music certainly lies in its ability to give feedback in real time, and also to keep track of rhythm and pitch in real time. Additionally, it provides a realistic accompaniment for the student that makes the practicing experience that much more realistic to an actual performance. For Chromatik, I LOVED the fact that it could present sheet music in the clef AND key of any instrument. Just to be sure, I switched from Bb Tenor Saxophone to Eb Alto Saxophone, and sure enough the key changed from Eb major to Bb major just as it should have. I also love that it links to a professional (and in many cases famous) recording of the song in question for students to listen and play along with. As far as available materials is concerned, I do think that Smart Music may have the edge here. I could be wrong because I have never used the full version of Chromatik, but the ability to make assignments and have them available to students on their own Smart Music account is a tremendous feature. To go along with that, the built-in grade book and assessment tools are also a huge plus, as are the readily available and varied warm-up exercises. Chromatik seems to be geared a bit more towards popular music, if you were to go into their library it includes many current popular artists such as Bruno Mars, Carrie Underwood, and Jennifer Hudson to name a few. However, it does also include well-known classical composers such as Beethoven and Debussy, as well as some jazz compositions as well. The educational implications of both Chromatik and Smart Music are potentially enormous. Smart Music has the potential to change the way that we approach instruction (practice in particular) with our students. I imagine that this has already happened at a vast number of school districts around the country, and surely there are others that may join their ranks. Additionally, it is a possibility that a number of similar programs will also become available with their own unique offerings and features. Perhaps more than anything, Smart Music is able to make music education something that happens OUTSIDE of the classroom more seamlessly and effectively than perhaps any other technology or methodology previously available. This also extends to Chromatik. Chromatik has the ability to provide students with a more authentic music experience, just as Smart Music does. However, what programs like Chromatik offer is a connection to current music that will likely be of far greater relevance to students. Oftentimes teachers are frustrated by a disconnect between music curriculum and the musical reality of many students. By offering students a chance to become more familiar and connected with music that is likely to be relevant to their own lives, we are bringing music education into the everyday lives of more students than ever before.