Nathaniel Ayers

Nathaniel Ayers
Born
Nathaniel Anthony Ayers, Jr.

(1951-01-31) January 31, 1951
InstrumentsDouble bass, Violin, Cello, Drums, Piano

Nathaniel Anthony Ayers, Jr. (born January 31, 1951) is an American musician. He is the subject of numerous newspaper columns, a book, and a 2009 film adaptation based on the columns. A foundation bearing his name was started in 2008 with an aim to support artistically gifted people with mental illness.