A civic leader, urban developer, philanthropist, and author, Jonathan Rose is best known as a developer of affordable, environmentally responsible communities.  He has a vision to transform cities into well-balanced, nurturing, sustainable ecosystems -- inspired by 17th century composer J.S. Bach's "Well-Tempered Klavier."  

In 1979, he founded Gramavision Records, now part of Rykodisc, producing over 75 jazz and new music recordings. In 1986, he joined Wynton Marsalis and a leadership group to form Jazz at Lincoln Center, chairing its executive committee from 1996-2003 and overseeing the design and construction of its home, Frederick P. Rose Hall, named after his father. He and his wife co-founded the Garrison Institute, which connects inner transformation with outer solutions to relieve suffering in the fields of trauma, education and the environment. He guides numerous nonprofit organizations in New York City.