Nathaniel Ayers

Nathaniel Ayers
Birth nameNathaniel Anthony Ayers, Jr.
Born (1951-01-31) January 31, 1951
Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
Instrument(s)Double 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.