Skip to main content
The Chromatic Duo

The Chromatic Duo

By Lily and Jamal Kennedy

Young, Black Music Educators sharing their journey's and perspectives on Music Education.
Available on
Apple Podcasts Logo
Google Podcasts Logo
Spotify Logo
Currently playing episode

Episode 4: Mental Health Matters

The Chromatic DuoMar 17, 2023

00:00
51:17
Episode 10: Season 1 Finale
Jan 01, 202430:33
Episode 9: Music is Boring! Self Reflection of a Music Teacher

Episode 9: Music is Boring! Self Reflection of a Music Teacher

You ever have students tell you that your class is boring? or "We're tired!" or " Do we have to do this today?" Well have no fear The Chromatic Duo is here! Join us as we discuss our much needed holiday break and how to combat the typical child attention span inside of the music classroom.


Planning Period:

Happy Holidays from The Chromatic Duo! Get that much needed break teachers and enjoy yourselves!

Dec 24, 202348:60
Episode 8: Back in the School Groove

Episode 8: Back in the School Groove

Welcome back to school! It's another year filled with pencils, paper, and best of all MUSIC! Join us as we discuss how you can get back into the groove of the school year and keep it smooth all the way through!


Planning Period:


Congratulations to Taylor James and Kayla Duke on their marriage!

Sep 20, 202350:27
Episode 7: Navigating Through A PWI

Episode 7: Navigating Through A PWI

Join us as we discuss our shared experiences and how we overcame adversity while attending our university. Sit back and relax while we reminisce through our many stories.


Planning Period

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Jul 24, 202301:13:23
Episode 6: Set Boundaries, Fam!

Episode 6: Set Boundaries, Fam!

It's hot this summer and we are dropping hot gems in this episode on how to keep cool in the workplace. Boundaries are the way we can form healthy relationships in and out the classroom! Join us as we share personal experiences on how we established those boundaries and worked to maintain peace in our environment.


Planning Period:

Summertime-Fresh Prince and DJ Jazzy Jeff


Twitch Streaming MusicandTings-Twitch.tv/MusicandTings


Resource on Boundaries:

Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab


Jun 30, 202356:56
Episode 5: End of the Year Wrap-up
May 17, 202341:07
Episode 4: Mental Health Matters

Episode 4: Mental Health Matters

Mental Health is a serious matter. Teachers across the country face mental health struggles and we are here to remind you to take a break and a breath through your busy teaching schedule.


Planning Period:

Red Velvet Banana Pudding made by Lily Kennedy

Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers-Kendrick Lamar


Facebook-The Chromatic Duo Podcast

Instagram-@Thechromaticduo

Email-thechromaticduo@gmail.com

Mar 17, 202351:17
Episode 3: AMEA Conference: Why Our Presence Matters

Episode 3: AMEA Conference: Why Our Presence Matters

Time for our Post-Conference Discussion! Join us as we breakdown our 2023 AMEA Conference, highlighting all aspects of the professional development that we participated in.

Planning Period Links:

Proud Family: Louder and Prouder-Disney+

Summertime Rendering-Hulu

Clinician Shoutouts

Sandy Lantz & Gretchen Wahlberg-FMEA

Maria A. Ellis-@girlconductor

Instagram-@thechromaticduo

Facebook-The Chromatic Duo Podcast

Feb 06, 202301:03:25
Episode 2: Reality Check

Episode 2: Reality Check

What was it like as a music education major? What was it like stepping into your first job? Are you really prepared to step into the classroom by yourself? All of these questions and more will be answered as we discuss the reality of becoming a teacher in this new episode! 


Planning Period Resources:

Black Klansmen: A Memoir by Ron Stallworth-https://www.amazon.com/Black-Klansman-Memoir-Ron-Stallworth/dp/1250299047

Special Album by Lizzo-https://open.spotify.com/album/1NgFBv1PxMG1zhFDW1OrRr?si=flJBX3cjQuWfUkht-DZkOQ


Follow us on:

Facebook: The Chromatic Duo

Instagram: @thechromaticduo

Email: thechromaticduo@gmail.com

Jan 17, 202301:20:08
 Episode 1: The Chromatic Duo Intro

Episode 1: The Chromatic Duo Intro

Welcome to the start of our brand new podcast! Join and vibe with us as we discuss our journey into music, music education, and why we decided to start a podcast!


Follow us on our social platforms for updates:

Facebook: The Chromatic Duo Podcast

Instagram: @thechromaticduo

Email: TheChromaticDuo@gmail.com

Jan 01, 202328:41