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AMEB EXAMINATIONS

What is AMEB?

AMEB is the Australian Music Examination Board. AMEB credentials are recognised professionally both in Australia and around the world.

Am I ready to sit an exam on my instrument?

Your Musiclinks tutor will advise and guide you on this. Exams are a wonderful opportunity for students to have something to work towards and to build their skills and confidence. They also give the student a sense of achievement. Any student of any age can sit an AMEB exam. Most instruments have a preliminary level of exam as a starting point.

Which Instruments are examined by the AMEB?

Voice

Violin

Viola

Cello

Double Bass

Flute

Oboe

Clarinet

Bassoon

Saxophone

Trumpet

French Horn

Trombone

Euphonium

Tuba

Piano

Keyboard

Percussion

CPM – Contemporary Popular Music (Voice, Keyboard, Guitar, bass Guitar, Drumkit)

Rock School (Voice, Keyboard, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drumkit)

There are different styles of exams on many of these instruments – Comprehensive, For Leisure, and Repertoire. Your MusicLinks tutor can advise you on which is most suitable for you.

Where and when are the exams held?

Most AMEB Examinations are held in the Sydney CBD at either the AMEB studios on Clarence St. or the Sydney Conservatorium of Music on Macquarie St. Sometimes the MusicLinks Studio is used as an examination venue. Exact locations are confirmed when the students exam date and time are released. In non-covid times, the examinations are held in 2 sessions each year. One is early in the year and one later in the year.

Since COVID, AMEB have been offering Repertoire Video Exams. These continue to be offered in 2024. Your Musiclinks tutor or the Director can guide you on the process in depth.

What does it cost?

There are different costs for the different grade levels and instruments. Please click on your instrument below to see the costs for your particular instrument:

Voice

Strings       

Woodwind

Brass

Piano and Keyboard

Percussion

RockSchool

Please note: there is an additional $45 plus gst administration fee from MusicLinks for all examination enrolments.

Some of the following costs may also apply:

Sheet Music:

Students undertaking an AMEB exam MUST perform with original music only and are not permitted to take photocopied music into an examination. Once you have agreed on your exam type and grade with your tutor, you can place an order for the music needed by emailing the office info@musiclinks.com.au

Accompanist:

In most examinations (not all), it is highly recommended that you use a professional accompanist. You can source your own accompanist or use one of our MusicLinks ones. These costs can vary however are in the following approximate range:

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Rehearsals:

$50 + GST per rehearsal. The number of rehearsals needed will vary depending on the level of the exam and the length/difficulty of the pieces. Your tutor or our MusicLinks Director, Kellye Bettman, will be able to advise you here.

Exam Day Fee - $80.00-$120.00 + GST

Video Recording:

If you are undertaking a Video Repertoire Exam there are specific requirements in order to make the recording to the standards and expectations of the AMEB. You can elect to have your recording done in the MusicLinks Studio by a member of our team. In order for this to happen, you will need to make a booking via the office and pay the $70 plus GST recording fee.

What if my circumstances change after I have enrolled?

The AMEB (NSW) has very strict policies around changes to exams and withdrawal from examinations. In most cases it is not possible to make any changes after enrolment without financial implications. MusicLinks does not offer any refunds for change of mind or change of circumstances.

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How do I register for an AMEB exam with MusicLinks?

1. Discuss with you MusicLinks tutor which exam, grade and type is right for you.

2. Complete this MUSICLINKS AMEB REGISTRATION FORM

3. Order the required music via the MusicLinks office

4. Start learning your pieces and technical requirements in your lessons.

5. Practice regularly at home between lessons.

6. Receive your exam date..

7. Once you have received your exam date, book in a minimum of 2 rehearsals with your accompanist (if required)

8. Sit your exam

9. Receive your detailed report. This will be emailed to you from the MusicLink office once we receive it from the AMEB

10. Receive your certificate and feel very proud of yourself!!

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