In 2001, Patera (along with Academy alum Jeremy Callner) cofounded Caltera School, an award-winning community music school dedicated to teaching improvised music.

Patera is an author, public speaker, and avid endurance athlete.

Check out Jason's alumni profile from Berklee College of Music!

Jazz Thursdays

Head of School Jason Patera is livestreaming discussions about important jazz albums every Thursday. See below for talks about Benny Goodman and Ella Fitzgerald.