Chaotic Harmony

Chaotic Harmony

Led by Crystal Pridmore and Jonathan Seligman, conversations between elementary music teachers who explore the joys and struggles of teaching music in public schools.

  1. 2D AGO

    148: Why Should Anyone Care About the Arts?? - Chaotic Harmony Podcast

    148: Why Should Anyone Care About the Arts?? - Chaotic Harmony Podcast by Chaotic Harmony

    1h 26m

  2. APR 15

    147: Day in the Life of April 2026 - Chaotic Harmony Podcast

    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 to toss a quick thank you? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/chaoticharmony Crystal Pridmore: Crystal Pridmore: @mrs.pridmore Genesis Santos: @mr.santosmusicteacher Jamie Jun: ms.fun.jun@gmail.com Jasmine Mah: @jasminericeflour Jonathan Seligman: @MrSeligman Marc Keehmer: @heeeymarc Sasha Stone: @msstonemusic ~~ Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

    37 min

  3. MAR 18

    146: What Makes a Good Mentor for Elementary Music Teachers

    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 thank you? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/chaoticharmony Jonathan Seligman: ‪@MrSeligman‬ Jamie Jun: ms. fun.jun@gmail.com Jasmine Mah: @jasminericeflour ~~ Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

    1h 10m

  4. MAR 11

    145: Aaron Keane, "Music is People" — Bringing Your Authentic Self Into the Classroom

    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.com/CHClassroom Want to toss a quick thank you? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/chaoticharmony Jonathan: ⁨@MrSeligman Aaron: @aaron.plays.piano ~~ Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

    56 min

  5. MAR 4

    144: What We're Reading to Become Better (and Less Rigid) Educators - Chaotic Harmony Podcast

    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 Expect" by Will Guidara "Private Music Lessons: A Manual for Teachers" - Colleen M. Conway Jonathan's selections: "Classroom Confidential: Hilarious and Heartfelt Tales from the Music room" - anthology of authors, published by Mixolydian Books (a part of F-Flat Books) "As Public as Possible: Radical Finance for America’s Public Schools" - David I. Backer ~~ Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Find Us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/CHClassroom Want to toss a quick thank you? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/chaoticharmony Jonathan: ⁨@MrSeligman⁩ Marc: @heeeymarc ~~ Round of the Week: Happy Birthday! ~~ Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

    59 min

  6. FEB 25

    143: Did NAMM Really Serve Music Educators in 2026? - Chaotic Harmony Classroom

    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: www.patreon.com/CHClassroom Want to toss a quick thank you? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/chaoticharmony Jonathan: ⁨@MrSeligman⁩ Leah: @metzlipapalotl; lnevarez211@gmail.com Round of the Week: "Oh How Lovely Is the Evening" Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

    50 min

  7. FEB 18

    142: Matthew Trevino — Laughing in the Face of Impostor Syndrome - Chaotic Harmony Podcast

    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: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want to toss a quick thank you? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/chaoticharmony Jonathan Seligman: ‪@MrSeligman‬ Matthew Trevino: @mr.trevino_themusicman Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

    1 hr

  8. FEB 11

    141: CASMEC 2026 - Are Sponsors Stealing the Spotlight? - Chaotic Harmony Podcast

    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 Joy Jampole Nikka C Gaddi Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Email us: chaoticharmonyclassroom@gmail.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/chclassroom Want to toss a quick thank you? Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/chaoticharmony Jonathan Seligman: ‪@MrSeligman‬ Jamie Jun: ms. fun.jun@gmail.com Jasmine Mah: @jasminericeflour Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

    1h 4m
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Led by Crystal Pridmore and Jonathan Seligman, conversations between elementary music teachers who explore the joys and struggles of teaching music in public schools.

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  • Creator
    Chaotic Harmony
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    153
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Chaotic Harmony

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