PRIVATE INSTRUCTION 

at SongCycleS Music Studio 

Voice ,Violin, Viola ,Cello , 

Fiddle, Mandolin , 

String Bass, Bass Guitar, 

Piano,Harp ,and Guitar. 

Drums 

Dr. Benjamin F. Smeall 

Ph.D., University of South Carolina 

B. of Music, Berklee College of Music 

Suzuki Association of the Americas certified 

                         

*Guitar  lessons include reading standard music notation and chord symbols in all sytles of music, not just 

classical. 

*Voice lessons with appropriate curriculum for all ages, including elementary, early elementary, and pre- 

school 

*Bowed stringed instruments : including fiddling, rock, and non-classical styles 

*Drum lessons include keyboards for qualification to play in band; and melodic and harmonic foundations. 

Dr. Smeall’s instruction is unique in that he teaches students to compose and improvise their own music, and to play 

by ear as well as by reading music.  He encourages students to have a positive attitude towards building a happy 

musical life.   His methods combine the best of Suzuki, folk, popular, jazz, classical, and children’s music to make 

music enjoyable and rewarding .  He has over twenty-five years of experience in bringing happiness to students 

through an organized, disciplined study of music.  

The lessons are student centered and individualized.  Construct 

a program that fits your real music making needs. 

Ensemble classes are available for students already attending private lessons.   A summer recital,  Solo and 

Ensemble coaching  and help with university and college application portfolios are included.  References will be 

provided. 

tel.  920-490-8793 email:  bsmeall@berklee.net 

web:  www.songcycles.net