The Soloist

Every other year, the Greensboro Public Library organizes "One City One Book" events centered around one particular book. This year, that book is Steve Lopez's The Soloist, which tells the story of the friendship between Steve and Nathaniel Ayers. Nathaniel is a classically trained musician who dropped out of Julliard when he developed schizophrenia. He became homeless, living on the streets of Los Angeles, where he and Steve met.
Programming and book discussions are concentrating on the main themes of the book: homelessness, mental illness, friendship, and the healing power of music. MANC is very excited to be a part of this programming:
Friday 10/1 12:30pm at the Interactive Resource Center - our percussion instructor Todd Ayers will lead a fun, free, drum circle!
Sunday 10/17 12:30 - 3:30pm at MANC - Themed student recitals - free & open to the public.
Book Discussion Group - TBA!

Other events include a stage production of The Soloist at Triad Stage, an exhibit at Guilford College Art Gallery, and a Symphony concert with cellist Julie Albers, preceded by a visit from Jennifer Ayers-Moore (Nathaniel's sister).

We hope you'll take advantage of these fun, educational events around the city this fall!