Chaotic Harmony

Last week we reflected, this week we game. Genesis leads us in a fun end of year gameshow. Questions are all related to things that children read/watch or what we consumed when we were kids. If you are listening via audio only, do check the video version out, or you may miss out on some key details. Join us! ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us o...

It's the end of the school year -- can you believe it? Today, Genesis leads the discussion with Jamie, Jasmine, and Jonathan, reflecting on the past year and chatting on how we'll be renewing ourselves for the upcoming school year. Join us! ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want to toss a quick thank you...

The teachers are away -- time for the admin to share their thoughts! Marc is joined by VAPA Coordinator Sabrina Skeels of Saddleback Valley Unified and VAPA Specialist Hans Chamberlain of Poway Unified. We need all hands on deck to help the arts stay afloat and thrive. Come and join us! ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon...

Teaching is a busy endeavor. Learn how to be a good pedagogue; lesson plan; email parents; message staff. Do you still have time to make music yourself? Is music still your creative outlet? Is it important to still be creative as a teacher? We ask this and more, so come and join us! ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com...

AI. ChatGPT. Copilot. Grok. You fill in the blanks -- or rather let them fill it for you. Does artificial intelligence have a place in our classrooms? We have a massive group today to talk about a massive topic. What are your thoughts? Come and join us! ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want to toss a qu...

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The entire Chaotic Harmony Family is back! Today, we share a small glimpse of what we're doing our learning spaces, or, if we may, a Day in the Life. Some people kinda cheat, though. Want to share how your day in the life of your classroom? Feel free to reach out! ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want t...

Jamie, Jasmine, and Jonathan reflect on what they've learned on mentorship -- from being a mentee, to being a mentor, to seeking guidance after institutionalized learning. It's a never-ending fountain of knowledge! ~~ Spiccato: Copy Paper Polybands ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want to toss a quick t...

Today's episode, Aaron Keane joins the conversation! Another amazing young teacher at six sites. Six!! He shares about how he became a music teacher and the ethos he wishes to give his students as a teacher. It's a fun conversation, so join us! ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Find Us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Support us on Patreon: www.patreon...

Today, Jonathan and Marc talk about books we are reading and how they are helping us shape us as individuals who work in music education. Mainly (without giving spoilers), its simply helping us become less rigid and less likely to be stuck in our ways. What books are you reading?? ~~ Books featured: Marc's selections: "Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They...

We're nearing the end of review season! Leah Nevarez joins us again to share about her experience at NAMM, the National Assocation of Music Merchants. She shares the amazing bits as well as the disappointing pieces from a music educator's perspective. Join us! Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Find Us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Support us on Patreon...

Matthew Trevino joins the chat! You know him -- the fun, TikTok sensational, 2x CMA Music Teacher of Excellence, 5x GRAMMY Music Teacher Quarterfinalist elementary music teacher from San Antonio, Texas! This episode, he shares about his journey, how he began creating videos for social media, and his thoughts on impostor syndrome. Come and join us! Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticha...

Jasmine and Jamie are back to talk about everyone's favorite California Music Education Conference! That's right! CASMEC! There were some great sessions, but there were also some very odd choices. Were there too many sponsors? Are there still sessions that are culturally inappropriate? Will Chaotic Harmony show themselves next year? Join us and find out! People featured: Natasha Thurmon Dr. Emma J...

Two teachers. One music room. Does that work? We talk to Athena Reyes and Brittany Case on this topic, two elementary music teachers from Orange County, CA. In short, their answer is yes! But how they get there is just as chaotic as our podcast. Do listen and let us know if you have a partner teacher yourself as a music educator! Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gma...

In 2021, Jonathan witnessed one of the most powerful music education workshops he's ever attended. Led by Mika Inouye, Sarah Mano Inouye, Mei Li Inouye, and Seidi Inouye, these four taught music educators Japanese American incarceration but through the lens of music. Back in 2025, Jonathan finally was able to interview 3/4 of the sisters, talking about how they made the workshop and the importance...

Ashtyn Avella is back! This episode, she shares her personal journey -- from aspiring bus driver to amazing music teacher, but always advocate for all. She shares her thoughts on music education and what she seeks for all. Come join us! Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want to toss a quick thank you? Suppo...

Happy New Years and welcome back! On today's episode, Genesis, Jasmine, and Jonathan talk about their holiday season and a project/goal they are excited to work on with their students for the rest of the school year. Come and join us! Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want to toss a quick thank you?...

It is the end of the year! Shows are over, classes are ending, so let's have some fun! Today, in our first-time-live-streamed episode, the Chaotic Harmony Crew is split into two teams to play a series of games (led by the classy nerd, Genesis Santos) on Chaotic Harmony facts, Gen Alpha knowledge, and much much more. Who wins? Come join us! Oh! Also! We've REVAMPED our Patreon. Check the end of the...

It's the end of the year! Other than performances, the quarter is coming to a close. Genesis, Jamie, Jasmine, Jonathan, Marc, and Sasha look back and reflect on how the year went -- joys, struggles, things they'll NEVER do again -- and look forward for what they want in the coming year. It's both a heartfelt and hilarious chat. It's also our first LIVE episode (with many more to come) so get ready...

We JUST got back from AOSA's annual Conference -- this time in Lexington, Kentucky. It. Was. A. Blast! All of the Chaotic Harmony Crew was there, communing and learning. Today, all seven of us reflect on our time -- from the various workshops, to the student performance, to Jamie and Crystal's session, to what we hope for AOSA Conferences in the future. Join us! Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Emai...

Jonathan Seligman (San Diego) and Jasmine Mah (American River) welcome guests Aiko Sakazaki and Frank LaGuardia (Los Angeles)—leaders from Orff chapter boards across California—to unpack the realities of keeping local chapters thriving in a post-COVID world. We talk about: • Chapter successes and struggles • The changing needs of music teachers • How boards are adapting to 2025 • What’s helping ch...

We are continuing our conversation on how can we make our elementary music classrooms more inclusive, compassionate, and representative of every student we teach! This is part two of our episode on the joys and struggles of music education through the LGBTQIA+ lens, hosted by Jamie Jun and Crystal Pridmore, and joined by Danny McKay and Ashtyn Avella! Did you miss out on last week's episode, don't...

In this two-part episode of Chaotic Harmony, hosts Jamie Jun and Crystal Pridmore sit down with Danny McKay and Ashtyn Avella to explore what it means to teach elementary music through an LGBTQIA+ lens. Together, they share personal stories, reflect on why inclusion and representation matter in music classrooms, and offer practical strategies for creating spaces where every student feels seen, saf...

What are community schools and how do they pertain, uplift, and bolster music programs? 🎨🎵 Music teacher Leah Nevarez joins us again, this time to explore how community schools, how they enrich the people that live in the neighborhood, their impact on Chula Vista, and how they build partnerships that help music programs thrive. This episode dives into how schools can become community hubs that s...

Crystal is back! In this heartfelt episode, we catch up with Mrs. Pridmore as she shares what it’s like to step away from full-time teaching after 15+ years in the elementary music classroom. Here, she reflects on the joys and challenges of leaving the classroom, her new role with Guitars in the Classroom supporting general education teachers in bringing music to their students, and what she’s lea...