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    BRIAN KING JOSEPH

    May 21, 2019 5 minutes
    photos by peter roessler
    words by devon preston

    Every season, NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” introduces the nation to dozens of talented acts across music, magic and comedy. And during their 13th season, we were introduced to 27-year-old electric violinist, Brian King Joseph. Not only did Joseph impress the judges with his incredible musical abilities and megawatt smile, he won over audiences with his inspiring story of struggling with neuropathy. Joseph stopped by our studio in Los Angeles’ fashion district to discuss his introduction to violin, his shocking medical diagnosis and his experience performing alongside Lindsey Stirling.

    When did you first start playing the violin and when did you decide to pursue music professionally?

    I started playing the violin at the age of four. Around eight, I started playing in churches with my sister and then went on to do national

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