The Soloist” based on Nathaniel Ayers - Friends of Ayers

In 2005, the only thing hurting Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez more than his face from a recent bike accident was his pressing need for story ideas. That is when he discovers Nathaniel Ayers, a mentally ill, homeless street musician who possesses extraordinary talent, even through his half-broken instruments. Inspired by his story, Lopez

DRD's Movie Musings: The Soloist and the dignity of non-judgment

Nathaniel Ayers was Homeless on Skid Row Los Angeles California

Troubled “Soloist's” life on L.A.'s streets – The Denver Post

Book Jennifer Ayers-Moore for Speaking, Events and Appearances

Hear the Music: Memoirs from the Sister of the Soloist 2nd Edition

Thoughts on The Soloist book and movie - Play Off The Page

Homeless and gifted – The Denver Post

Joseph M Russo - Composer / Double Bassist: July 2010

New reality of The Soloist 10 years after film about him

About Friends of Ayers Foundation Incorporated - Friends of Ayers

The Soloist: Elegy for Cello and Newspaper - TIME