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This is an open-admission program for all students who are interested in performing as a vocalist. Some experience singing with a microphone is recommended, but not required as long as they have the willingness to project their voice on a stage. No audition is required.

• Water bottle
• Laptop or phone (voice memo capable recommended)
• Several pens/pencils
• Notebook or journal
• Portable instruments if applicable (guitar or smaller)

Concert attire:
Anything tasteful is fine. Bring an outfit to express yourself and have fun at your final show!

A typical day at the Idyllwild ÃÛÌÒÖ±²¥ Vocal Intensive is designed to balance focused vocal training, individual growth, creative exploration, and performance. Mornings begin with vocal technique, including warm-ups, breath work, resonance, vocal coordination, and exercises designed to strengthen and develop each singer’s individual voice. Students then move into repertoire coaching, exploring song interpretation, phrasing, expression, and the artistic choices that bring a performance to life.

Afternoons shift the focus toward performance. Students develop stage presence, movement, microphone technique, audience connection, confidence, and performance skills. Individual and small-group coaching provide opportunities for focused attention as students refine their repertoire and apply the techniques they have learned.

Throughout the day, students have dedicated time to practice, receive feedback, and apply what they are learning. Each day builds toward the culminating showcase, where students have the opportunity to share the songs and performances they have developed throughout the intensive.

Danielle Todd
With more than 20 years of experience as a performer, Danielle Todd brings a deep understanding of what it takes to develop a voice, command a stage, and connect with an audience. Based in Nashville, she owns and operates Studio45b, a sister company to The Artist Path, and continues to tour internationally, release her own music, coach artists, and work alongside her husband, , the lead producer at Studio45b. Her work spans vocal coaching, live performance, songwriting, and in-studio vocal production, giving her a uniquely complete perspective on the artist’s journey.

Danielle is a believer from the start. She brings the energy of a true hype woman to her coaching, but when an artist is serious about their craft, she is even more serious about helping them build a path forward. She gets in your corner, believes in what you’re capable of, and brings the practical knowledge to help you turn that potential into action. Because Danielle has released her own music and toured it internationally, she understands the work that happens beyond the lesson room—from recording and preparing vocals to releasing music, promoting it, performing it, and navigating the realities of building a career as an artist.

As a coach, Danielle brings the same energy and honesty to the room that she brings to the stage. She meets artists where they are, whether they’re building confidence, working through a vocal challenge, preparing for a performance, or figuring out what comes next. She believes coaching should do more than fix a problem in the moment—it should give artists the understanding and tools to keep growing on their own.

Chase Guyton grew up in a house where music was more than a hobby—it was the family language. One of six brothers, he learned early how to blend, adapt, and find his place in the harmony. That foundation turned into a career spanning over two decades as both a performer and coach.

Chase’s path took him from small-town Georgia to national stages, including a Top 30 finish on American Idol and performances with the internationally acclaimed a cappella group Rooftop Records. But his passion has always been helping artists grow—not just in skill, but in confidence and ownership of their craft.

As a coach, Chase has worked with Grammy winners, Broadway stars, touring pros, and beginners alike. His approach is practical, direct, and personal. He meets artists where they are, helps them see what’s possible, and gives them the tools to get there. Whether it’s refining technique, rebuilding after vocal injuries, or navigating stylistic shifts, Chase equips artists with honest feedback and actionable steps.

At The Artist Path, Chase is committed to guiding artists through the process of becoming—not through shortcuts, but through real-world application, community, and hard work.

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