About Us
Katie
Katie is a versatile vocalist, pianist, MC, CELEBRANT and entertainer who truly knows how to captivate an audience.
A finalist on The Voice Australia, Katie has performed around the world at major events, weddings, festivals, musicals and on television. With postgraduate qualifications in music and extensive teaching experience, she blends technical excellence with captivating stage presence, performing everything from classic rock and soul to jazz, RnB and today’s biggest hits. Katie is also a professional wedding celebrant and MC, bringing warmth, confidence and seamless organisation to every ceremony and reception. Whether she’s singing you down the aisle or guiding the flow of your celebration, Katie ensures an unforgettable, beautifully curated experience from start to finish.
Favourite song to play at a wedding:
Man I need by Olivia Dean and Into You by Ariana Grande.
Top 3 favourite singers: Michael Jackson, Ariana Grande, Sara Bareilles
Favourite dance floor banger: Thong Song by Sisqo- Try and stop me!
Favourite part of a wedding: All of it!
Favourite hobbies outside of music: Traveling, Zumba and puppy cuddles with our fur babies Vala and Roxie!
chris
Chris is a skilled multi-instrumentalist with a lifelong love for music.
Having mastered piano, drums, guitar, trumpet, and voice, he studied music and audio at university, eventually building a successful career as an audio engineer, working on both studio recordings and live sound. With extensive experience in original and cover bands, touring internationally, and DJing a wide range of events, Chris brings unmatched versatility to every performance. His technical skills also allow him to troubleshoot any issues that arise, ensuring everything runs smoothly. He’s dedicated to making every event unforgettable, effortlessly adapting to requests and delivering a seamless, high-energy experience!
Favourite song to play at a wedding: “Love Foolosophy”- Jamiroquai- so funky!
Top 3 favourite singers: John Mayer, Maggie Rogers, Diana Krall
Favourite dance floor banger: “Loose yourself”- Eminem
Favourite part of a wedding: The first dance into the first party song! I love to watch that mood shift!
Favourite hobby outside of music: Playing Xbox, Warhammer and Golf.
Manor road was created by professional musicians
katie & chris jackson
Named after the street of our first home together, Manor Road Music brings our combined 40 years of experience across the music and wedding industries. We’ve played in bands, performed on stages, worked in studios and travelled the world. As Manor Road Music, we bring that same professionalism and creativity to both live music and celebrant services.
You can be rest assured you’re hiring experienced, trained, and versatile professionals who know how to hold a room, tell your story, and handle any hurdle with a smile.