"The only thing better than singing,
is more singing!"
ella FITZGERALD
Teaching Philosophy
At KEJ Voice Studio, we believe great teaching is both technical and personal. Our approach is holistic, supportive and empowering, with a strong focus on healthy vocal production, anatomy, musicality, storytelling and stagecraft. Lessons are individually tailored to meet each student’s technical, emotional and developmental needs, ensuring they feel both supported and appropriately challenged.
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Katie meets students exactly where they are in their journey. Lessons are thoughtfully adapted to each student’s goals, learning style and pace, recognising that no two voices or learners are the same. With extensive experience working with students who are neurodivergent, managing anxiety, confidence challenges or other mental health considerations, Katie draws on a wide range of teaching strategies to support students in the way they need to be supported. The studio prioritises creating a safe, respectful and encouraging environment where students feel seen, understood and capable.
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We place a strong emphasis on confidence-building and self-belief. Students are encouraged to understand their own voice, body and creative choices so they can take ownership of their instrument and perform with clarity and trust in themselves. Regular feedback, weekly goals and access to curated digital and physical resources help students progress in a structured, motivating way.
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Most importantly, we value individuality. Rather than moulding students into a single “sound” or style, we work to uncover what makes each performer unique their voice, personality, instincts and strengths and help them develop those qualities with skill and care. Whether working towards exams, auditions, performances or simply singing for enjoyment, our goal is to nurture confident, expressive performers who feel proud of who they are and how they share their voice with the world.
Director –
Katie Elle Jackson
BMus; GCertMus
Katie Elle Jackson is the Director of KEJ Voice Studio and a highly experienced vocal, performance an drama teacher, with over two decades of teaching experience across QLD, NSW and SA. She brings together extensive academic training, real-world industry experience, and a deep love of teaching to create lessons that are both technically rigorous and deeply human.
​Katie has a Bachelor of Music (Contemporary Performance) and a Post Graduate Certificate of Music from the Australian Institute of Music, trained in Music Theatre at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), and has completed advanced AMEB and Trinity College London qualifications across voice, music theatre, piano, speech and drama. She has studied multiple vocal pedagogies from leading practitioners in the field of voice science, including Estill Voice Training, and draws on this broad, cross-disciplinary training to tailor her teaching to each individual voice, body and learning style.
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In addition to running KEJ Voice Studio from her home studio, Katie has taught Bachelor of Music and performance students at leading tertiary institutions including the Australian Institute of Music (AIM), the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) and Tabor Institute of Music and for multiple R-12 schools. She enjoys working with students of all ages and stages.
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Her students’ successes span both personal and professional pathways, including gaining entry into high-profile tertiary music and theatre programs, securing roles in theatrical productions and bands, achieving outstanding results in AMEB, Trinity College London, SACE and HSC examinations, and performing in television singing competitions such as The Voice, AGT and X Factor. Many past students now work full-time across theatre, music, television and the entertainment industry.
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What truly sets Katie apart is her ongoing work as a professional performer. She has performed nationally and internationally as a lead vocalist, musical theatre performer, cabaret artist, session singer and songwriter, appearing on The Voice Australia as part of Ricky Martin’s team and performing at major events, productions and venues around the world. This practical, current industry experience allows her to prepare students not just to sing well, but to build confidence, resilience and a strong sense of identity as performers.
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In addition to KEJ Voice Studio, Katie runs Manor Road Music with her husband Chris, offering wedding and event entertainment. She is also a highly sort after Wedding Celebrant and MC.