Who We Are
MusicSA History and Corporate Structure
MusicSA has operated in South Australia for over 26 years and is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee.
MusicSA is governed by a Board of Directors and led by a CEO, and has delivered more than two decades of successful outcomes for the South Australian contemporary music industry.
Our Staff
Christine Schloithe
Chief Executive Officer
Christine is a highly accomplished multi-industry professional with extensive local, national, and international experience in music, festivals, major events, cultural tourism, performing arts and government.
Her professional background spans national and international touring, producing, artist liaison and production, and she has tertiary qualifications in technical production and post-graduate qualifications in festival and event design and management.
She is skilled in facilitating strong creative outcomes, supporting artists and makers, and developing complimentary stakeholder and partner relationships.
Christine works closely with the MusicSA Board and Staff, key stakeholders and government to raise the profile of the South Australian contemporary music industry, champion its successes and to build, activate, and strengthen the sector.
Blake Taylor
Operations Manager
Blake is an accomplished administrator, specialising in finance and system.
His background is primarily in the arts, producing local and national tours and managing several local theatre companies.
Outside of MusicSA Blake also works as an Actor.
Contact for Systems Administration, Invoicing, Finance.
Contact: blaket@musicsa.com.au
Chelsea Sinnott
Industry Development Manager
Prior to leaving Australia, Chelsea worked with Sounds Australia for 12 months as an Export Development Officer in a maternity cover position.
As MusicSA’s new Industry Development Manager, Chelsea will be pivotal in developing and advancing initiatives to support and grow the local music industry. She will focus on whole-of sector engagement and is tasked with leading an industry development program aimed at enhancing the skills, expertise, and capacity for artists, venues, audiences and local music businesses.
Sebastian James
Industry Development Coordinator
Originally from regional SA, Sebastian understands how hard it can be to learn about the industry from outside of Adelaide and what regional support MusicSA can provide. He started out as a songwriter and performer and currently works as Artist Manager for 27 Music, representing artists such as Molly Rocket, The Tullamarines, Teenage Joans, and rising new talent Estee. His previous band projects include Pinkish Blu and The Mondays and has currently started a new project, Haliday. Sebastian works with booking agents, venues, events, publishers, labels and media and has strong networks nationally that will benefit local artists and businesses.
Dale Taylor
Training Coordinator
Dale Taylor, a seasoned, award winning and accomplished multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, with over 23 year’s experience in the music industry. Specialising in music production, mixing, and mastering, Dale has worked with artists in various genres, collaborating locally, nationally and internationally. Including performances at SXSW.
Beyond his achievements as a musician and producer, Dale is also a dedicated educator, with a passion for sharing his extensive knowledge. Twice nominated for ARIA’s Music Teacher of The Year. He has an unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians.
Dale is an esteemed member of the Music Education Roundtable, a board comprising music educators from diverse institutions such as Schools, Universities, and TAFE. Dale has played a pivotal role in the development and operations of The Riff Café, NSS, and Music SA, showcasing a multifaceted commitment to both individual artists and the broader music community.
Currently, as he embarks on a new phase in his artistic journey, releasing music under the alias “The Decibel Cartel”.
Effie Karapilafis
Digital Content Coordinator
Coming Soon
Our Board of Directors
TIM HASLAM
Board Director
Treasurer & Deputy Chair
Tim Haslam is an experienced Chartered Accountant, working with highly regarded South Australian business services firm Perks. His main focus is providing strategic advice and solutions on accounting, tax and financial management issues to private businesses and individuals.
Combined with a diverse range of skills drawn from a career in finance spanning Adelaide, London and Sydney, Tim also has extensive knowledge and experience in the Australian music industry. Several years with the Secret Sounds Group (incorporating Splendour in the Grass and Falls Festival) were invaluable in gaining a rich understanding of the music business. As a musician also, Tim has tickled the ivory for decades as a solo performer, accompanist and with numerous bands across the country.
Angus Crawford
Board Director / Secretary
Angus Crawford is a qualified lawyer and muso at heart. Honing a unique combination of skills, he works for NewLaw firm Sprintlaw.
He is also a musician, playing in some of Adelaide’s most cheery, colour-clad bands. His passion for music has led to opportunities to play shows to crowds of thousands and have his music heard online by millions – all originating from humble Adelaide, South Australia. He lives and breathes the SA music scene.
Angus’ professional background and experience as a musician gives him a unique perspective on the music industry. He has seen first-hand the impact that support from non-for-profit arts organisations can have on the careers of emerging musicians.
John Glenn
Board Director / Chair
From an initial career in music performance, John has had roles in financial, project and logistical management for a variety of government, non-profit and private entities. He was Operations Manager of Sydney Symphony, GM of Sydney’s State Theatre, and GM of the Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific). John was Executive Producer – Venue Utilisation at Queensland Performing Arts Centre before returning to his hometown in the role of Executive Producer – Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Commercial Ventures from 2014-2017. John then returned to Queensland Performing Arts Centre in the role of Director – Programming.
Most recently John was Chief Operating Officer of GWB Entertainment and is currently a creative consultant and advisor. John serves on the Board of the Darwin Entertainment Centre.
CARLA LIPPIS
Board Director
Carla Lippis (AKA ‘The Satanic Liza Minelli’) is an award-winning singer, band-leader and composer known for her intense performances that range from the emotional vulnerability of the torch song to the screaming rage of Avant Rock. She helms the dystopian Rock band Mondo Psycho who have featured at Dark Mofo, Womadelaide and Darwin Festival, and who launched their self-titled album in 2023.
Her recent compositional work includes Restless Dance Theatre’s 2024 Adelaide Festival production ‘Private View’, and Windmill Theatre’s ‘Rella.’ She regularly performs in the hit Rock show ‘The 27 Club.’ Also known for her Cabaret work, she has worked in London’s West End as the principal singer at the historic Cafe de Paris, and as the host of notorious nightclub The Box. She has also served as Diva for the venerated circus troupe La Soiree.
Her international music touring resume includes concerts alongside Calexico, Kiss, Mötley Crüe and Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, and her stint as vocalist for Italian post-folk group Sacri Cuori includes recording collaborations with M Ward & Marc Ribot. Other appearances include multiple solo shows at Adelaide Cabaret Festival, State Opera’s ‘How To Kill Your Husband’, Edinburgh Fringe & Festival variety shows ‘Midnight Marauders’ and ‘Club Cumming’, and ‘Jonny Woo’s All-Star Brexit Cabaret.’
EMILY DREWNIAK
Board Director
Philanthropy specialist with expertise in building relationships, delivering successful
strategies and bringing to life partnerships with impact.
Emily has delivered strategic and sustainable approaches for fundraising practice, successfully negotiated partnerships and initiatives to build engagement, generate income and meet organisational goals, whilst growing a sustainable culture of giving.
Currently, Head of Development Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium, delivering all facets of the philanthropic program, corporate partnership and sponsorships. Previously, at Country Arts SA, Scotch College Foundation, St
Peters College Foundation, and Flinders University.
Dedicated to education, arts, music and culture, heritage and environment and First Nations programs.