Music on Brawley LLC

Joseph Rincón has been honing his abilities on the guitar for over eighteen years and has performed extensively throughout the United States and in Spain. He earned his B.M. in Performance degree from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, as well as receiving a formal recognition as “Outstanding Performer” by the faculty of the department of music. He also received two additional recognition and scholarships from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke for his exceptional skill in music performance. In 2017, he completed the Máster en Interpretación de Guitarra Clásica program at the Universitat d'Alacant, in Alicante, Spain. During his time in Spain, he studied closely with world-renowned guitarists such as Manuel Barrueco, Xavier Díaz-Latorre, Pepe Romero, Fabio Zanon, and Grammy-Award winning guitarist David Russell. Over the years, he has been recognized for his outstanding musicality and his passionate performances. His guitar playing and musicianship has been described as “a combination of deep and moving musical ideas with beautiful sound and refined technique”. His performances are energetic and highly expressive, whether he is performing for a large audience or a small and intimate gathering. In addition to frequently performing in the Charlotte, Lake Norman, and surrounding areas, he is also an inspired music teacher. He teaches various styles of guitar, including electric and steel-string acoustic guitar, as well as different musical genres such as rock, blues, and folk. As an instructor, he wants to share his love of music with his students, and his goal is to awaken the musical potential in them. He is a highly dedicated professional with a desire to not only teach students how to play the guitar but to learn how to use the guitar as a vehicle of musical expression.

Melanie Catherine Stokes began playing violin at the age of eight. She studied Music Performance at State University of New York (SUNY) Empire State College, Albany, and also studied privately with prominent violin teachers in the Northeast. Melanie was the Principal First Violinist and Concertmaster for the Lake Norman Orchestra in Mooresville, NC, and a member of the Board of Directors. She also volunteered for the orchestra as Music Librarian. Melanie has performed in professional ensembles as a soloist and orchestra member for The Mid- Hudson Community Orchestra, The Woodstock Chamber Orchestra, Newburgh Symphony Orchestra, SUNY Orange Community Orchestra, the Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra, and the Cortlandt Chamber Orchestra, all of New York. Most recently, Melanie was the Concertmaster of Lake Norman Orchestra of Mooresville, NC, from 2018 – 2022. Melanie truly enjoys performing at weddings and for all types of special celebrations. She takes great pride in ensuring that all attention to detail is met to clients’ satisfaction. Melanie will incorporate your song requests and make your special day one that you will remember for years to come.

Preston Washburn is a active and experienced multi-instrumentalist in Mooresville and the Lake Norman area. He is proficient in a variety of different styles of music, from jazz, funk, and pop to rock and classical. His main instrument is the bass, whether electric or upright bass, but is also highly skilled at drums, guitar, and some piano as well. Suffice it to say, we are beyond thrilled to have Preston teaching with us at Music on Brawley. Parents who have worked with Preston always have nothing but happy things to say about him!

I am a 24 year old musician who started playing violin in 6th grade orchestra and fell in love with music. I played in my high school’s Honors Chamber Orchestra and during that time, organized and performed in string quartets for community events. During my time at the Western Piedmont Youth Symphony, I was approached with the opportunity to learn viola in order to be in their String Quartet. I studied both violin and viola in college, which was unfortunately during covid, but I was still able to be in Meredith College’s Sinfonietta, UNCG’s Sinfonia, and the Triangle Community Orchestra. My interest is in teaching and nurturing a positive approach, cultivating a lifelong love of music and the process of learning. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, hiking with my doting fiancé, and hanging with my cats, Icarus and Oswald.

Hi, my name is Emily and I am 16 years old. Instruments have always played a huge role in my life, and I love helping others discover their passion for music, sports and academics. I focus on creating a supportive, encouraging environment where students can learn at their own pace and reach their goals. I’m so excited to share my personal experiences with my students and help them build confidence in their playing!