blind musicians

The true story of Ray Charles, one of the founders of rhythm and blues music and one of the first African-American recording artist to cross over to the pop charts.

A biography of soul musician Ray Charles that discusses his struggles with blindness and success in the music industry.

Patrick Henry Hughes and his father reflects on Patrick's life, discussing his birth defects which led to his physical disabilities, love of music, role in the University of Louisville marching band, and other related topics, and citing lessons they have learned by overcoming obstacles.

Ten-year-old Bobby Smith, son of the local pharmacist and the host of the radio show "Neighbor Dorothy," grows to manhood in Elmwood, Missouri, observing the people and the changes that affect the small town in the decades after the end of World War II.

Mezzo-soprano Laurie Rubin discusses growing up blind and her music and opera career.

A biography of the singer and television entertainer who has been blind from birth.

Tom Sullivan recounts his struggles to live the life of a normal eleven-year-old boy despite his blindness, sharing the daily challenges he faced and the joy he found in spite of his disability.

The autobiography of Tom Sullivan, a champion wrestler, an avid sportsman, composer and singer who has been blind since infancy.

A brief overview of the life and career of musician Ray Charles that focuses on how Charles overcame his blindness to become a successful performer.

Ten-year-old Bobby Smith, son of the local pharmacist and the host of the radio show "Neighbor Dorothy," grows to manhood in Elmwood, Missouri, observing the people and the changes that affect the small town in the decades after the end of World War II.