I'm just about to graduate with my BA in Music Education. I'll be pursing my masters in Music Technology, and I'm wondering if there are any other educators out there, music or otherwise who are also open source enthusiasts. I have to believe they're out there.

I'm looking to bounce ideas/collaborate with someone regarding the integration open source applications into the arts classroom, but any other applications you've found could help point me in the right direction.

Also, if there are also educators out there who also code, I'm trying to jump feet first into teaching myself with what background I have already. Any languages you would suggest to start with?
Thanks