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Tutti Arts   〉 TGIF – Festival of Voices 2026

TGIF – Festival of Voices 2026

TGIF brings together outstanding vocalists whose skills include perfect pitch, exceptional memory, strong harmonic awareness, and refined ensemble musicianship.

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Professional photo shot of TGIF - some members standing and others sitting in a group and all smiling at the camera.
Photo by Alex Frayne.

TGIF comprises a cohort of highly committed learning disabled and neurodivergent artists whose individual strengths contribute to the ensemble’s high-quality output:

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Aimee Crathern – Lifelong vocalist and member of The Sisters of Invention, Poco Tutti and TGIF. Performer at Adelaide Fringe, Perth International Cabaret Festival and the 2024 SA Music Awards (Community Achievement Award recipient).

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Andy Norman – Ensemble singer with exceptional recall, strong hosting skills and experience with Tutti Choir and Company AT.

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Annika Hooper – Founding Tutti performer with perfect pitch, significant solo experience and a long track record of challenging public perceptions of disability through the arts.

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Caroline Hardy – Long-term Tutti performer with strong stage presence, prior experience with Co‑Opera, and performance work with Restless Dance Theatre.

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Jordan Allard – Musical theatre specialist, member of TGIF since 2024, active across Tutti ensembles, known for silky vocal tone and pop-culture knowledge.

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Hayley Sommers‑Cain – Experienced harmony vocalist, neurodivergent artist with strong musicianship and extensive vocal ensemble experience across Tutti groups and community choirs.

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Michelle Hall – Longstanding Tutti artist, lyricist, and member of The Sisters of Invention; contributes written material for TGIF performances and bespoke lyrics.

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Sam Bateman – Multi‑instrumentalist, newest ensemble member, vocalist with interest in G&S repertoire, YouTube creator, and author/illustrator of Beeing Proud.

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TGIF are led by Carol Young – Musical Director
Carol Young is an Adelaide‑based musician, pianist, vocalist, and musical director with an extensive national and international performance career. Since 2017 she has been Choral & Vocal Director for Tutti Arts, directing multiple ensembles and leading major productions including collaborations with State Theatre Company SA, Belvoir Street Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre, Gravity & Other Myths and others. Her credits include the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe (A Migrant’s Son), The Pulse (Sydney Festival 2022), and acclaimed theatre productions such as The Events and Mr Burns – A Post Electric Play.  Her artistic rigour and commitment to excellence shape TGIF’s distinctive sound and ensure all ensemble members work to professional performance standards.

Professional photo shot of TGIF - some members standing and others sitting and one member is kneeling down in front, they are forming a group and all smiling at the camera.
Photo by Alex Frayne.

TGIF Performances in 2024-25

TGIF deliver high quality professional performance that include:

  • 2025 Hopgood Theatre Gala: TGIF performed on Friday 24 October 2025 to a sold-out gala evening hosted by Helpmann Award-winner Michael Griffiths and acclaimed cabaret star Amelia Ryan.
  • 2025 Bedford Gala Night: at the Adelaide Convention Centre. Performing a specially curated set of 60’s music for their 60’s James Bond theme event to an appreciative audience of over 300 attendees.
  • 2024 Civic Park Christmas Carols Concert: TGIF performed alongside a spectacular lineup of artists, singers, and dancers at the Civic Park Carols to an audience of over 20,000, spreqading festive cheer with their stunning harmonies, leaving the crowd visibly moved.
  • 2023 Don’t Forget the Bubble Paediatrics Conference: a 20-minute performance to a full house of doctors and medical professionals including an original a “rap” as addition to the song ‘Perfect’ tying in with the conference that presented a challenge to the medical model about perceptions of disabled people:

“We’re gonna talk to you about diversity; You’re smart – you went to university; But some people see a diagnosis first; They see disability and think the worst; What we want Doc is a real connection; Not another script and a quick rejection; Think about the person, not their troubles; We’re all human, enjoy life and don’t forget the bubbles!”

TGIF’s 2025 Hopgood Theatre Gala

TGIF singing on stage at the Hopgood theatre - there is 7 people on stage wearing a mix of suits and sequined dresses.
Courtesy of Country Arts SA.
TGIF singing on stage at the Hopgood theatre - there is 7 people on stage wearing a mix of suits and sequined dresses.
Courtesy of Country Arts SA.
Members of TGIF singing on stage at the Hopgood theatre - there is 4 people in shot, two singing and wearing a mix of suits and sequined dresses.
Courtesy of Country Arts SA.
TGIF singing on stage at the Hopgood theatre - there is 7 people on stage wearing a mix of suits and sequined dresses.
Courtesy of Country Arts SA.

Statements of Support

“TGIF were awesome. They were professional, organised, charming and delivered first class harmonies in a great song selection. We were thrilled with their performance in the Hopgood Theatre reopening gala, and were certainly a highlight for many audience members. I would highly recommend them as a wonderful addition to any event or festival.” — Zac Tyler, Creative Director, Hopgood Theatre Reopening

Read the full letter of support.

We strongly believe that TGIF’s involvement would be mutually beneficial: enhancing the
artistic, social and cultural impact of Festival of Voices, while supporting the growth,
visibility and sustainability of an exceptional ensemble whose work contributes meaningfully
to a more inclusive Australian arts landscape. — Kerry Bennett, Choral Producer, Festival of Voices

Read the full letter of support.