Don’t Just Visit Music City. Live It.
An elite, audition-based artist development residency for the next generation of songwriters. Write, record, and perform in the heart of Nashville.
Your Launchpad in the Music Capital of the World
Most people come to Nashville to see the lights. Our students come to be the ones shining under them. The Nashville Experience is a curated, high-impact program designed to bridge the gap between “talented student” and “professional artist.”
Under the mentorship of Billboard-charting songwriters and award-winning coaches, you will spend your summer immersed in the craft, the business, and the soul of the Nashville sound.
Choose Your Track
We offer two ways to experience the Song Spot magic.
Option A
The 2-Week Artist Intensive
The 2-Week Artist Intensive
- The Pace: High-energy, daily immersion.
- The Focus:Vocal technique, co-writing workshops, and a professional demo recording.
- The Finale: A spotlight performance at a legendary downtown venue.
Option B
The 6-Week Career Residency
Our signature deep-dive for the serious aspiring professional.
- The Pace: 2–3 private lessons weekly + masterclasses.
- The Focus: Full artist development, music theory, instrument mastery, and pre-production.
- The Finale: A fully produced studio track, professional promo photos, and a filmed live showcase.
The "Value Stack" (Why it’s an Investment)
More Than a Camp. A Career Portfolio. By the time you head home, you won’t just have memories, you’ll have a professional toolkit:
Elite Coaching
20+ private sessions in voice, theory, and guitar/piano.
The Record
A professionally tracked original song produced by Nashville engineers.
The EPK
A live performance video and high-end promo photos for your portfolio.
The Perks
Curated "Song Spot" excursions, including tickets to a Nashville show or a night at the world-famous Bluebird Cafe.
For the Parents
A Secure Path to a Big Dream. We know that sending your child to Nashville is a big step. The Song Spot offers a personalized, boutique environment that is safer and more focused than large-scale summer intensives.
- The Result: Your child returns with a tangible asset—a recorded song and a filmed performance—ready for college auditions or industry submissions.
- The Mentorship:They aren't just a number; they are mentored by faculty with Master’s degrees and real-world Billboard success.
Admissions
Enrollment is Audition-Based. To maintain our high standard of collaboration and coaching, we only accept 12–15 students per session.
- Apply: Submit your basic info and music background.
- Audition: Send a video of an original song or a cover.
- Interview: A brief Zoom call with Dana to ensure the program fits your goals.