OUR TEAM
Meet your vocal coaches.

Tania Savelli
Founder, Co-Director &
Principal Vocal Coach
Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) - current
Advanced Diploma of Music Industry (Performance)
Certificate IV of Music Industry (Performance)
Estill Master Trainer Candidate
Neurochange Practitioner
LSVT Loud Certified
Vocal Health First Aider
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With a wealth of coaching experience spanning over 20 years, Tania combines her sound knowledge of voice science, vocal health, and the performing arts to offer practical solutions to common vocal issues.
Tania has a passion for holistic voice training and commitment to continuous professional development – which is why she’s currently undertaking a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at the University of South Australia, which will give her an additional qualification as a voice therapist. She is skilled in working through vocal health concerns for performing artists, in conjunction with voice specialising laryngologists, speech pathologists and voice physiotherapists where necessary, and is experienced in working with voice users who have recently recovered from vocal injury.
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Tania holds an Advanced Diploma of Music Industry (Performance) and is an Estill Master Trainer Candidate of the world renowned voice model Estill Voice Training (EVT). The EVT model is evidence-based voice training based on the principles of motor learning to help voice users gain new vocal skills through the art of deliberate practice. She is certified in LSVT Loud, the gold voice therapy approach for people living with Parkinsons Disease and is also the group facilitator for the Hospital Research Foundation's Shout Out Singing Group. Tania is also a Vocal Health First Aider with Vocal Health Education UK.
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Her passion and interest in the mind, body, voice connection inspired Tania to complete her Neurochange Practitioner ™ certification, enabling clients to use the power of neuroscience to help set and achieve vocal goals. This work enables voice users to work through limiting beliefs that may contribute in goal deflection, using the principles of neuroplasticity to make long lasting and positive mindset changes.
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She volunteers on the board of directors at the Australian Dysphonia Network and is a past committee member for the Australian Voice Association and the Australian National Association of Teachers of Singing. Tania is a member of The Australian Society for Performing Arts Healthcare and a student member of Speech Pathology Australia.
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Tania's extensive vocal coaching experience includes working with clients of all ages in varied educational settings. She has coached as part of the vocal team for the University of Adelaide's Bachelor of Musical Theatre, taught vocals for tertiary music students at TAFE SA, and worked with Adelaide youth theatre company Pelican Productions since 2016. She has also taught at countless high schools and primary schools
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Of course, she has also done her fair share (maybe more) of performing – everything from cabaret and musical theatre to corporate events and as part of the Adelaide Fringe award-winning act The Three Little Sisters, which she also directs. She’s also the founder and director of Adelaide live entertainment company TS Entertainment Co. And that’s really just the tip of the iceberg…

Katelyn Crawford
Vocal Coach
Graduate Diploma in Music (Performance and Pedagogy)
Bachelor of Music (Honours) (Classical Voice)
Diploma in Languages (German Studies)
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Katelyn Crawford is a mezzo soprano / soprano, classical guitarist and composer. Katelyn completed a Graduate Diploma in Music (Performance and Pedagogy) in Classical Voice at the Elder Conservatorium in 2023, and is commencing a PhD at the Elder Conservatorium in classical voice performance and pedagogy in 2024. In 2022, she completed an Honours Degree of Bachelor of Music (Classical Voice) with first class honours at the Elder Conservatorium of Music, under the guidance of soprano Rosalind Martin. Katelyn also completed a Diploma in Languages (German Studies) with Advanced German at the University of Adelaide in 2021.
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Katelyn began vocal lessons at twelve years old, and started taking vocal lessons at Tania Savelli’s vocal studio, Revolution Vocal Studio, in 2014 where she began learning elements of Estill Voice Training. In 2023, Katelyn completed the Estill Voice Training Level 1 and 2 Course to refresh her knowledge.
From 2015 to 2018, Katelyn completed AMEB Contemporary Popular Music Vocal Advancing exams, and performed folk, musical theatre, jazz and contemporary pieces. Katelyn began classical voice lessons in 2017, which she continued throughout her classical voice studies at the Elder Conservatorium.
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Katelyn has been awarded the Elder Conservatorium’s Clement Q. Williams Prize (2020), The Frederick Bevan Prize for Singing (2021), The Rae Cocking Memorial Prize (2022), The Robert Whinham Prize (2022), The Lucy Josephine Baggott Prize (2023) and The George Boland Scholarship (2023).
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Katelyn loves to perform art songs, and has had the opportunity to perform multiple recitals through Recitals Australia. She received a Recitals Australia Lunch Hour Award in 2022. Katelyn has also been fortunate to be a participant in the Recitals Australia Elder Conservatorium Fellowship Program for 2023.
In 2022, Katelyn performed the role of La Zelatrice in Puccini’s opera Suor Angelica with Mopoke Theatre Productions, and was a member of the chorus in Verdi’s Messa da Reqiuem in the Adelaide Festival in 2023.
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Katelyn also performs contemporary and classic songs in a folk style self-accompanied on classical guitar around Adelaide at events and functions. Katelyn has extensive experience performing in choirs, and was a member of the Australian Girls Choir from 2010 to 2018. Katelyn was a member of the most senior level of the choir, Performing Choir, for four years, and a member of the specialist singing group Bel Canto for three years. During her time in the choir, Katelyn performed solos at venues including the Adelaide Town Hall, Adelaide Entertainment Centre and Adelaide Convention Centre. Katelyn was awarded the June Bronhill Encouragement Scholarship for South Australia by the Australian Girls Choir for 2018, for having the potential to pursue a career in the performing arts.

Rochelle Barker
Administrator & Vocal Coach
Bachelor of Music
Diploma of Music Industry Performance (Voice)
Certificate III & IV in Music Industry Performance (Voice)
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Rochelle is a charismatic Adelaide based singer, vocal coach and long-time arts lover. Inspired by artists across multiple genres, she is particularly drawn to the heartfelt storytelling of blues and soul, and the strong beats and energetic performances of pop and rock.
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After having worked in customer service for over 2 decades honing her ability to develop relationships, in 2017 Rochelle took a chance and left her employment in pursuit of her passion for music and began studying music at TAFE. With a renewed energy, Rochelle completed a Certificate III, IV and Diploma of Music Industry Performance in Voice, and in 2024 she fulfilled a lifelong dream of graduating with a Bachelor of Music.
Starting on her musical journey later in life, Rochelle has an affinity for working with adult students, fueled by a belief that you are never too old to start singing. She also has a strong interest in vocal health through illness and ageing.
Rochelle has had the pleasure of performing with Adelaide bands such as Pucker UP, Sleepy Lizard & Deja Blue. She is a versatile performer and coach with stage presence and personality. She has an enthusiasm for performing and brings her relaxed humour to the stage, putting an audience at ease instantly and winning them over with her joyful exuberance.​

Nadia Votino
Co-Director &
Principal Vocal Coach
Diploma of Counselling - current
Vocal Health First Aider
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Nadia’s performing career began at a young age when she started singing and dancing classes at the iconic Johnny Young Talent School. It was there where she was selected as a member of the “Young Talent Team Adelaide”, where she performed at many local events.
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At 16, Nadia was hired by “Mighty Good Productions”, where she performed at many corporate events and gained a wealth of knowledge about the audition process and what is expected as a performer. For many years, Nadia was a lead performer for “Warner Brothers”, as a vocalist, dancer and even a fursuiter, such as Bugs Bunny and the Tasmanian Devil. A highlight for Nadia was being selected as back up for Tom Jones for his Australian Tour.
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Nadia has over 20 years’ experience in vocal teaching, specialising in coaching children and teenagers. Nadia has completed the Estill Level 1 & 2 course and practice group with Estill Course Instructor and Mentor Naomi Eyers, and is currently preparing to sit her Estill Figure Proficiency certification. She is also a Vocal Health First Aider.Nadia has taught at numerous primary schools and colleges, such as Seymour College, St Joseph’s Hectorville and at Star Academy where she prepared students for their competition sets.
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Prior to becoming a director in 2024, Nadia was an integral part of the Vocal Hub for three years, as a vocal coach and the studio manager. Her passion and strengths are teaching voice to children and teenagers, vocal technique coaching, preparing clients for auditions, AMEB exams and competitions.
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Nadia believes that “Everyone can learn to sing, they just need to find the right coach to help find their voice”.
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Adele Haese
Vocal Coach
Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) - current
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Adele’s love for singing and performing began at a young age, leading her to immerse herself in theatre. Throughout school, Adele was actively involved in performance as Drama Captain, earning multiple theatre awards for her performances. Some of her most cherished roles include Glinda in Wicked, Caroline Bingley in Pride and Prejudice, Glory in Almost Maine, and various vocal and dance roles in Hairspray, Bugsy Malone, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Grease the Arena Spectacular with Harvest Rain Productions. Adele continued her theatrical pursuits after graduating; most recently in 2024, performing in The Addams Family Musical with the Metropolitan Musical Theatre Company.
Adele’s fascination with the voice doesn’t stop at performance—she wanted to understand how it worked on a deeper level. This led her to study a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at The University of Adelaide, where she is in her third year of study.
Adele has actively sought out opportunities to deepen her understanding of vocal production and care, through various independent research, workshops, and masterclasses, including attending Acting and Musical Theatre Workshops with The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in 2022. In 2023, Adele completed Estill Voice Training Levels 1 & 2, and is continuing to refine her expertise with refresher courses under EMCI-TP-SD Stephanie Marko while preparing for the Estill Figure Proficiency (EFP) exam.
Beyond singing, Adele has extensive experience within the education sector, as the Second-In-Command presenter for Elevate Education, Adele has developed and been recognised for her skills in educating children, teenagers and adults in an engaging and effective way- key skills she carries into her teaching.
As a singing teacher, Adele’s passion lies in understanding vocal health and balancing both technique and artistry. Her speech pathology studies bring a unique understanding of voice to the role. Combined with her own experiences as a Vocal Hub student, Adele understands the elements required to build foundational knowledge, vocal technique, and most importantly build one’s confidence.
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Melissa Choong
Relief Vocal Coach
Masters of Speech Pathology
Bachelor of Psychology
LSVT Loud Kids Certified Clinician
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Melissa’s interest in music and learning has brought her on a colourful, musical journey. In her earlier years, she studied classical piano (ABRSM Grade 8), trained in classical voice (Trinity Grade 5) and played the flute and piccolo in a marching band. She has years of experience performing in a variety of settings including church performances, choral performances, and at weddings. Her strongest passion has always been in using the voice as an instrument. Her curiosity sparked a desire to better understand how we can develop the use of this uniquely personal instrument to its fullest potential. This ultimately led her to Adelaide where she completed her Master of Speech Pathology at Flinders University. Melissa has also completed The Estill Voice Training Course Levels 1 & 2 and is working towards the Estill Certificate of Figure Proficiency.
Melissa’s former training in psychology, play therapy, and teaching allowed her to gain experience in working with children of all ages. She currently practices as a paediatric speech pathologist working in areas of speech, language, voice, fluency, feeding, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). She enjoys working with neurodiversity and believes in empowering every individual with a voice to effectively communicate and express themselves be it through speech or singing. Melissa is also a clinical educator for the Flinders University Fluency and Voice Student Clinic at the Women's and Children's Hospital.​