Ameb Teachers Handbook 2009

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2009 teachers handbook

New South Wales
Your Teacher Details: Teacher Number AMEB Connect User Name AMEB Connect Password (hint) _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________
Important Dates to Note

Please check for other commitments that your students and their families may have within your advertised examination period. After checking, please note any dates to avoid when filling in the Special Request box on your AMEB enrolment form. January 27 February 20 Term 1 commences for NSW Government schools Closing Date for First Metropolitan enrolments Closing Date for May Written enrolments March 20 April 10 Closing Date for Series 2 Country enrolments NSW Government school holidays commence Good Friday public holiday April 25 April 27 April 28 May 1214 June 8 June 12 ANZAC Day (Saturday) ANZAC Day Public Holiday Term 2 commences for NSW Government schools NAPLAN tests for Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 (Details: www.naplan.edu.au) Queens Birthday public holiday Closing Date for Metropolitan enrolments, Postcodes 20002109 Closing Date for August Written enrolments June 19 July 11 July 27 July 31 Closing Date for Series 4 Diploma enrolments NSW Government school holidays commence Term 3 commences for NSW Government schools Closing Date for Second Metro enrolments, Postcodes 21102999 Closing Date for Series 8 Country enrolments Closing Date for CPM and Percussion enrolments August 24 October 3 October 5 October 19 December 18 Last day for late entries for Second Metro exams NSW Government school holidays commence Labour Day public holiday (Monday) Term 4 commences for NSW Government schools Last day of school year for NSW Government schools
For any potential clashes, please submit a special request specifying the dates to be avoided. NB: School term dates and public holidays were correct at the time of printing.
For 2009 School Certificate and HSC exam dates, please check the NSW Board of Studies website
www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au
Advertising disclaimer: All advertisements in this handbook or enclosed flyers are paid advertising and do not constitute the views of, or endorsement by, AMEB (NSW).
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Contents
Additional Requirements 13
AMEB Connect 20
Candidates with Special Needs 17
Change of Teacher 26
Confirmation of Enrolment 14
Diploma Examinations 7, 17
Dress Code 17
Enrolment Forms 811
Examination Dates and Times 2224
Examination Certificates Practical 19
Examination Notice Practical 15
Examination Notice Written 28
Examination Reports Practical 16
Examination Results and Certificates Written 19, 29
Fees and Subject Codes
Band Instruments 39
Brass Instruments 38
CPM (Contemporary Popular Music) 40
Fellowship of Music Australia (FMusA) 40
Keyboard Instruments 3435 Percussion 40
Singing 40
Speech and Drama 4142 Stringed Instruments 36
Teaching Certificates and Diplomas Music 35
Wind Instruments 37
Written Examinations Music 33
Written Examinations Speech and Drama 4142 FMusA and FSDA Program Approvals 11
LMusA Program Approvals 11
Late Enrolment Fees 8
News from State AMEB 5
Non-English Speaking Candidates 17
Online Information for Teachers and Examiners
(AMEB Connect) 20
Photocopies 17
Policies
AMEB Shields 20
Appeal Procedures 20
Postcodes 15
Privacy 20, 26
Refunds 14
Special needs/Special Provisions 17, 20
Use of Private Studios 16, 20
Rescheduling your exam (see Transfers) 17, 20

Special Requests 911
Subject Codes (see Fees) 3342
Syllabus and Publication News 3032
Teacher Responsibilities 3
Trainee Examiners 17
Transfers Practical examinations 25
Transfers Written examinations 29
Useful Contacts 4
Venues Practical 16
Written Examinations 28
Sydney Conservatorium Open Academy

www.music.usyd.edu.au/community email: con.openacademy@usyd.edu.au 2009 Regional MusicLink!
The Conservatorium Open Academy and the AMEB (NSW) sponsor music workshops throughout regional NSW called MusicLink! We will help to fund promotion, travel and administration costs for Conservatorium teachers to visit your area and present workshops or master classes that suit your needs.
Community Programs
Short courses designed to give adults the skills and knowledge to pursue their musical interests in a collaborative group learning environment. Courses include music theory, arranging and composing, improvisation, vocal performance, blues and jazz piano. Classes may be of interest to teachers who want to upgrade their skills or try something new.
Check our website for dates and details!
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Examination Responsibilities Checklist

The teacher (or, for private entries, the person over 18 signing the enrolment form) should ensure that they have understood the following responsibilities before submitting enrolments for 2009:
Teacher
Inform students and parents/guardians of examination periods and conditions of enrolment as per 2009 Teachers Handbook. Ensure that every field of the enrolment form is completed, including candidate date of birth, candidate numbers (if known) and subject codes. The subject code must be checked for examinations where both an old and new syllabus are offered. Please also check full names and spelling to avoid errors on student certificates. Double-check each students availability and note any dates to be avoided in the Special Request box on the enrolment form before submitting your enrolment. Complete the Special Request box on your enrolment form if there are any other factors that may affect scheduling, such as students who may be enrolled for more than one exam, or who have a teacher who is also an AMEB examiner. If Special Provisions are required for any student, please submit medical documentation and details outlining the requirements with your enrolment. Medical certificates or letters regarding illness will not be accepted by examiners at the examination. Cross-check that the examinations itemised on your enrolment form match the total of the ONE cheque, money order or credit card payment you have stapled to your form. Photocopy your enrolment (both sides) for your records, then post or hand-deliver to AMEB (NSW) before the closing date for your examination series. Thoroughly check your Confirmation of Enrolment when it arrives, ensuring candidate names are correctly listed, and examination codes and grades are correct. Keep track of the progress of your enrolments through your connection to our online teacher access system, AMEB Connect: www.ameb.nsw.edu.au Contact AMEB (NSW) if your examination notices have not been received by the commencement of your nominated examination session.
AMEB (NSW)
Provide information about enrolment requirements including enrolment closing dates, and examination fees to teachers, candidates and parents via Teachers Handbook and the AMEB (NSW) website: www.ameb.nsw.edu.au Arrange practical examinations involving the determination of examination sessions; scheduling of examination times, dates and venues; engagement of examiners; and provision of examination materials Arrange written examinations involving arrangement of venues and equipment; co ordination of examinations; engagement of supervisors and written assessors; and provision of examination materials Supply information concerning examinations including the Teachers Handbook, confirmation reports, examination notices, results and certificates, provision of fee schedules and session dates. Also supply for purchase the current Manual of Syllabuses and past written examination papers.
Useful Contacts
APRA/AMCOS Ph: Fax: Email: Web: (02) 9935 7900 (02) 9935 7999 print@apra.com.au www.apra-amcos.com.au NSW Accompanists Guild Ph: Email: Web: (02) 9476 6851 or 9351 1224 nswaccompguild@optusnet.com.au www.accompanistsguildofnsw.org.au
APRA/AMCOS offers an advisory service to the music community about music copyright and print music issues. A Practical Copyright Guide to the Use of Print Music in Australia (2006) is available free from their website or from the AMEB (NSW). _____________________________________________ Australian Music Centre Level 4, The Arts Exchange 10 Hickson Road The Rocks NSW 2000 Ph: (02) 9247 4677 Toll Free: 1300 651 834 Fax: (02) 9241 2873 Email: info@amcoz.com.au Web: www.amcoz.com.au The Australian Music Centre is dedicated to increasing the profile and sustainability of Australian composers and other creative artists. Their website includes biographies of approximately 500 Australian composers and a catalogue of scores and recordings held in the Centres library. Many works are available for sale. _____________________________________________ Music Teachers Association of NSW PO Box 244 Oatley NSW 2223 Ph: (02) 9570 1436 Toll Free: 1800 021 436 Fax: (02) 9586 0493 Email: info@musicnsw.com.au Web: www.musicnsw.com.au A non-profit organisation that publishes an annual Directory of Accredited Private Music Teachers in NSW. The MTA organises workshops, seminars and festivals for music teachers and their students. _____________________________________________
A non-profit organisation which produces and sells a register of professional accompanists in and around Sydney. The contact details and areas of expertise for each Guild member are included in the register. _____________________________________________ Australasian Piano Tuners and Technicians Association Web: www.aptta.org.au
A non-profit organisation which provides a list of professional piano tuners and technicians. _____________________________________________ Speech and Drama Association of NSW Ph: Fax: Email: Web: (02) 4959 2598 or 9387 2026 or 9808 2025 (02) 9889 8922 or 4959 2598 info@speechanddrama.org.au www.speechanddrama.org.au
A non-profit professional association for teachers and associate/student members that conducts regular seminars and maintains a register of qualified teachers. _____________________________________________ United Music Teachers of NSW Inc. Ph: Email: Web: (02) 9328 7628 umtcentral@yahoo.com.au www.unitedmusicteachers.org
A non-profit organisation which supports studio teachers and their students. The UMT provides scholarships, awards, workshops and performance opportunities. Regional branches. _____________________________________________
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News in 2009
Clarence Street Studios
AMEB (NSW) has ten new examination rooms now open in the heart of the CBD. Just a few minutes walk from Wynyard Station, the Level 8 studios at 117 Clarence Street are all equipped with new pianos. They allow more control over the quality of room and piano for examinations and they are also available for hire. This expansion offers our candidates a wonderful new facility for their Sydney examinations. Please note that examinations in suburban private studios will still be offered on weekdays.
Later First Metropolitan Closing Date for Schools

To assist the many government and registered non government schools that enrol their students for AMEB examinations, we now offer schools a later closing date for First Metropolitan Series (06) enrolments. Please note that the 6 March 2009 closing date for Series 06 is only applicable to enrolments where a government or registered non government school is listed as the enrolling teacher. The earlier closing date of 20 February 2009 will apply to all enrolments under individual teacher names.
Music Craft examinations now held in May and August

Due to the growing interest in Music Craft, examinations will be offered in both the May and August Written examination periods from 2009. If you wish to purchase any past papers for Music Craft, Theory of Music or Musicianship to assist in your exam preparation, please download an order form from our website (www.ameb.nsw.edu.au/publications).
Where have the Examination Tables gone?

The tables that include all important dates for 2009 Practical and Written examinations have been transferred to the middle pages of this handbook. As this resource is the mostread section of the annual handbook, this central placement allows ease of reference or even the option to tear these centre pages out for display on the wall of your teaching studio.
Pianoforte, Clarinet and Saxophone New Syllabuses for 2009

2009 sees the introduction of new syllabuses for the above instruments, complete with revised Manual Lists, new Technical Work Books and new Series Grade Books, which will be available for every grade including Eighth Grade. Until further notice, candidates and their teachers can nominate to undertake an exam on either the old (2008) or new (2009) Syllabus for these instruments. Please ensure that you enrol your piano students for the correct syllabus according to the codes detailed on page 34 of this handbook. See Federal News on page 30 for more details.
SYDNEY EISTEDDFOD PRESENTS

2009 McDonalds Performing Arts Challenge
The biggest competitive festival of its kind in the world. Enjoy watching and performing classical and contemporary singing, speech, drama and lots of instrumental: jazz bands, stage bands, concert bands, rock bands, symphony orchestras, chamber music, piano, violin, viola, cello, clarinet, saxophone, ute, guitar, solo woodwind & brass, world music and much more.
ENTRIES CLOSE MARCH 16, 2009 Competition held June - September For a free syllabus or to enter online ( in January) visit the website: www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au or phone 02 9261 8366.
Reminders
By signing the enrolment forms and entering candidates for examinations you have agreed to abide by the regulations contained in this handbook and on the AMEB (NSW) website. If you are enrolling students for examinations, it is your responsibility to inform your students and their parents or guardians of all the conditions of enrolment and the examination requirements.
Check dates carefully before submitting your enrolment.

You should be prepared for your students examinations to be scheduled at any time during the advertised periods. Please be aware that some of these dates fall at the beginning or end of government school holiday periods and you should therefore advise your students of the possibility of being scheduled on those dates. To avoid incurring additional fees, please doublecheck that candidates and their parents/guardians have notified you of all dates that must be avoided during your advertised examination period. We endeavour to assist our candidates by avoiding the dates specified by the teacher in the Special Request Box on the enrolment form. This service is offered free of charge to encourage a streamlining of the administration involved in processing your enrolments. However, a fee of $22 per candidate per examination will be charged for any special request that is not written on the original enrolment form. Special requests will not be accepted less than two months before the commencement of the relevant examination series or postcode period. Further information regarding AMEB (NSW) policies can be found on our website (www.ameb.nsw.edu.au) under Examinations, Policies.
Avoiding other additional fees

The AMEB (NSW) is not responsible for delays caused by the postal services. To allow for any irregularities and to avoid late fees, it is best to allow a few extra days before the due closing date for enrolments to ensure that the forms reach us in time. Envelopes postmarked after the closing date will incur a late fee.
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Your path to AMEB Diplomas
The AMEB examination system divides examinations into three categories: Levels One, Two and Three. Level One examinations cover Preliminary Grade through to Fourth Grade inclusive. Level Two examinations are incrementally more challenging and demanding. This level includes Fifth Grade to Eighth Grade, and for many instruments is often capped with the Certificate of Performance. Level Three examination success leads to the prestigious Associate, Licentiate and Fellowship Diplomas.
Preparing for the AMusA Practical Examination

Teachers and private entrants are advised to carefully read the objectives for the Associate examinations listed in the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses before entering for the examination. The Associate Diploma is highly respected in the international music community and recognises a sophistication of musical understanding and performance abilities that are well above the requirements for Eighth Grade. The success rate for AMusA is much lower than for Grade examinations. To avoid disappointment, it is therefore suggested that teachers who are presenting candidates at Diploma level for the first time obtain advice from an experienced teacher beforehand. Teachers preparing candidates for Level Three examinations may also find useful information at: http://www.ameb.nsw.edu.au/support/diploma_prep.html
The AMEB (NSW) Conferring of Diplomas Ceremony

Successful Associate, Licentiate and Fellowship candidates will be invited to attend the annual Diploma Presentation Ceremony. The ceremony at which diplomas will be formally conferred upon candidates who successfully complete all requirements in 2009 will be held in early March 2010. The Diploma Presentation Ceremony is a wonderful opportunity to formally recognise a musicians years of dedication and musical achievement and to celebrate this moment with his/her peers, teacher, family and friends. Gowns are available for hire from AMEB (NSW) and stoles can be purchased. This academic regalia can be worn for all future academic ceremonies you may attend. A successful candidate who is not able to be present to receive his/her award in person will be admitted in absentia to the diploma and the certificate will be mailed in March 2009.
Enrolment Forms
NEW enrolment forms must be used in 2009.
Enrolments will not be accepted on anything other than the official Enrolment Form. A customised form is sent to teachers who enrolled candidates in 2008. Blank enrolment forms for new teachers, and for additional enrolments, are also available by contacting the Office, or may be downloaded from the website. Photocopies of the enrolment form will also be accepted. Enrolment forms faxed to us will be shredded do not fax your enrolment.
Personal details
To assist us in eliminating duplicates in our database, the title, date of birth, gender and full names are recorded for both teachers and candidates. Please ensure that your enrolment information is double-checked, and neatly printed so that we can maintain accurate records.
Candidate number and subject code

Please ensure that all known candidate numbers are included on the enrolment form. Please include the correct subject description and subject codes against each candidates name.
Written examination enrolment forms

Separate enrolment forms are necessary for country and metropolitan enrolments.
Payment
Please submit only one cheque, money order or credit card authorisation per teacher to cover all accompanying enrolment forms and all candidates please staple this to your submissions. Please note that orders or enrolment forms will not be processed until the cheque/money order/credit card authorisation has arrived at the AMEB (NSW). The AMEB (NSW) does not accept payment of fees by cash or EFTPOS. For security reasons faxed or emailed enrolments will not be accepted. Please ensure that enrolment forms and one SINGLE PAYMENT are submitted by the due date to: AMEB (NSW) Level 6, 117 Clarence Street SYDNEY NSW 2000
Late enrolment fees all examinations

A late enrolment fee will apply if the enrolment form and full payment are not received or postmarked by the advertised closing date. Late fees are not refundable. The AMEB (NSW) is not responsible for delays caused by the postal services. Teachers are therefore advised to submit signed and dated enrolment forms in good time.
Up to one week late More than one week late
$10 per enrolment per candidate $55 per enrolment per candidate
Please note: Late fees do not incur GST.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Enrolment Form
Please ensure that each of the following sections is completed on all enrolment forms. Enrolling teachers should complete the Responsibilities Checklist on Page 3 of this handbook before posting or handdelivering completed enrolment form(s). Preferred Examination Day please indicate in the appropriate box whether your candidates would prefer to be examined on a weekday or a Saturday. If your candidates must be examined in different locations, use a separate enrolment form for each preferred area. Private Studio Section if you wish your candidates to be examined at a private studio, fill in this section. If the studio belongs to another teacher, or you wish to use a particular school or convent, you must obtain permission from the person or institution involved before enrolling candidates. Any hire costs for a private venue or studio must be met by the client. Include the Teacher Number of the teacher whose venue will be used in the space provided. A minimum of four hours of examining time per instrument category must be available at a studio before the AMEB (NSW) will assign an examiner to that studio. The AMEB (NSW) reserves the right to alter the location of the examination to facilitate the provision of an examiner. If your studio is suitable for examinations (see criteria on AMEB (NSW) website), please indicate its availability on the enrolment form in this section. Private studios shall be scheduled on weekdays only. Fees Faxed or emailed enrolment forms cannot be accepted for security reasons. Enrolment forms without full payment or credit card authorisation will not be accepted, and your enrolment form will be returned. Part payments will not be accepted. Enter the total amount of enrolment fees, including any late fees, for each enrolment form. Fees cannot be transferred from one candidate to another or from one year to the next. We accept payment by credit card (Mastercard or Visa only), a single cheque or a single money order. Cash payments will not be accepted. Please staple your single payment to the enrolment form. If you pay by credit card the authorisation must be completed.
Avoiding Additional Fees

Special Requests Please double-check with candidates and their parents/guardians for any dates to be avoided during your examination period. These dates must be noted at the time of enrolling, on the enrolment form, to avoid incurring Special Request fees. Late Fees The AMEB (NSW) is not responsible for delays caused by the postal services. To avoid late fees, it is best to allow a few extra days before the due closing date for enrolments to ensure that the forms reach us in time. Envelopes postmarked after the closing date will incur a late fee.
Front Page
Teacher/Person Enrolling Candidate Number and Details The relationship between the enrolling teacher and the AMEB (NSW) takes the form of a contract and for legal reasons the enrolling teacher or person enrolling a candidate must be at least 18 years old. Parents or guardians of younger private candidates may perform the role of teacher by completing the teacher details on the enrolment form. Please ensure that you provide your teacher number and full details on all enrolment forms. If you have not previously enrolled candidates for examinations, the AMEB (NSW) will allocate a teacher number to you upon receipt of an enrolment form. Tick the appropriate box if your address has changed since you last enrolled candidates. Please include your current email address, and mobile phone number if applicable. Examination Series Only one examination series should be listed per form.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Enrolment Form (continued)

If for any reason a cheque or credit card is not accepted by the bank, a fee of $15 (including any applicable bank fees) will be applied to each transaction. Certification It is essential that the person who completes the Teacher/Person Enrolling Candidate Details section of the enrolment form also signs and dates the form, certifying: their awareness of the conditions of enrolment their agreement to abide by the regulations and the examining requirements in the AMEB (NSW) 2009 Teachers Handbook and the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses, and the policies on the AMEB (NSW) website (www.ameb.nsw.edu.au) their awareness of their responsibility to inform candidates and parents of these requirements including the refund and transfer policies that they are at least 18 years old. Failure to sign and date the certification will result in the enrolment form being returned. A $5 fee will be charged if the certification is not properly completed. Candidate Name Check with candidates and their parents to ensure that the candidates full name is registered on enrolments, including middle names. Include a title (Mr, Ms, Mrs, Miss etc) for each candidate. Date of Birth (DOB) Confirm and list the candidates correct date of birth to ensure accurate linkage to the candidates AMEB records. Sex Enter M (male) or F (female) for each candidate. Group Examinations One group name only (not individual members) on enrolment form, for all Group Examinations. Subject codes Each syllabus/subject/grade has been given a subject code that is listed at the back of this handbook. Enter the subject code for each candidate under Candidate Details on the enrolment form. Pianoforte, Viola, Clarinet and Saxophone offer an old syllabus and a new syllabus (NS). It is extremely important that the correct subject code is written on the enrolment form and the correct syllabus (old or new) is prepared according to the subject code nominated. Special Requests (SR on the enrolment form) Special requests must be in writing in the box provided and submitted by the enrolling teacher only. This service is offered free of charge to encourage a streamlining of the administration involved in processing enrolments. Please consult candidates and parents regarding any dates they will be unable to attend examinations during the relevant examination period and advise the AMEB (NSW) at the time of enrolling. You may not request specific examination dates and times, but you may indicate dates that are NOT possible for your candidates.
Back (second) Page

Candidate Details The following items of information are essential for accurate records, correctly produced documentation (including Certificates), and the computerised history of the candidates results. If incorrect information is received, candidates may be issued additional candidate numbers. This may then result in the delayed release of certificates and a lack of examination history for the candidate. Candidate Number Use the candidates number from previous
examinations.
If this is the first enrolment, the candidate will be issued with a number. This number is to be used for all future examination enrolments, whether practical or written, regardless of teacher.
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Requests that are not included on the enrolment form will incur a fee of $22 per candidate per examination. Requests will not be processed without the accompanying fee. Special requests may not be accepted less than two months before the commencement of the relevant examination series or postcode period. Requests for examinations in the Second Metropolitan Series to be held outside the teachers postcode period will incur a transfer fee of $55 per candidate, up to a maximum of $220 per enrolment form. Requests regarding the scheduling or nonscheduling of specific examiners will not be considered, unless a candidate has been or is being taught by an examiner (see the following page for further information). Please indicate if any of your candidates are enrolled for more than one examination in a series (with different teachers), or are also enrolled for a written examination to be held during your examination period. Please indicate if you wish siblings to be examined consecutively, as examinations are usually arranged by grade. While we do our best to satisfy any special requests, we cannot guarantee that this will always be possible as we are dependent on the availability of venues and examiners and on time constraints. Please keep all special requests as brief as possible.
Additional Notes
Candidates who have been taught by an AMEB examiner Candidates who enrol for an examination, who are, or previously have been, taught by someone who is an AMEB examiner, should indicate this in the Special Requests section of the enrolment form. This information will ensure that the examiner is not scheduled to examine his/her own candidates, either past or present. If rescheduling is necessary due to a candidates failure to indicate this information on your enrolment form, additional transfer fees may be charged. School Examinations If any of your candidates are likely to undertake NAPLAN Tests, School Certificate Tests, Higher School Certificate examinations or other important examinations or have school commitments during your scheduled examining period, please state the dates to be avoided in the Special Requests section of the enrolment form. The information printed inside the front cover of this handbook can assist you in determining these dates. FMusA/FSDA FMusA and FSDA candidates MUST submit their proposed programs to AMEB (NSW) no later than 30 April, 2009. Once these programs have been approved by the AMEB, candidates will receive a program approval letter. Photocopies of prerequisites MUST be attached to the enrolment form (refer to the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses). Program notes for FMusA examinations should be forwarded to the State Office by email in Word format no later than Friday, 14 August, 2009. LMusA Program Approvals If a program approval is needed, it should be attached to the enrolment form. No requests for LMusA program approvals will be accepted after 31 July, 2009.
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AMEB Examination Studios for Hire

Are you a teacher looking for an ideal venue for teaching in the CBD? Are you a pianist needing to practise on a well-tuned piano before your examination? Are you a performer trying to find a quality rehearsal venue for an upcoming performance?
AMEB (NSW) is pleased to announce our new expanded facilities at 117 Clarence Street. With a total of thirteen spacious and beautifully appointed studios many with Grand Pianos we invite teachers, students and musicians to make use of these facilities. This centrally located facility is available at the following special introductory rates: Rates Weekdays* 9 am 5 pm $30 per hour (13 hours) $100 half day (4 hours) $180 full day (up to 8 hours) Pre-exam hire 8 8.45 am After work session 5 6 pm * excluding public holidays To book a studio or to find out about the discounts for long-term bookings, call AMEB (NSW) $40 for 45 minutes $50 for 60 minutes
(02) 9367 8456

Please note Studio hire is payable at the time of booking. All bookings are subject to availability and taken on a first-in booking basis. Bookings cancelled with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.
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Music Examination Additional Requirements

In the following practical examinations, an additional written examination is required. The additional requirement need not be completed before the principal examination, but until both are passed, the examination is incomplete, and no certificate will be awarded.
Practical Award Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 AMusA LMusA Practice of Music Practice of Music Practice of Music Performing Performing Additional Requirement Pass Pass Pass Pass Pass Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Theory or Musicianship or Music Craft Theory or Musicianship or Music Craft Theory or Musicianship or Music Craft Theory or Musicianship Theory or Musicianship
(Please refer to Regulation 19 in the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses for exceptions.)
Speech and Drama Prerequisite Requirements

For CSCA, ASDA, ADPA, LSDA, LDPA and FSDA examinations candidates must pass a qualifying examination(s) before entering for the principal examination. In all cases the stated prerequisite is the minimum requirement. It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide notification as to the date of passing the prerequisite requirement, and the state in which the examination was held. Please refer to the 20092010 Manual of Speech Syllabuses for more information. Examination
CSCA ASDA ADPA Speech in Action Speech & Drama Drama & Performance
Prerequisites
Credit or B grading Pass B grading Pass B grading B grading Pass Pass Pass Level 7 Grade 7 Grade 7 Grade 7 CDPA Grade 7 ASDA ADPA Pass LSDA Pass Speech in Action Theory of S&D or S&P Theory AND Speech & Drama S&P Theory or Theory of S&D AND Drama & Performance OR Speech & Drama Speech & Drama Drama & Performance OR ASDA Speech & Drama Speech & Drama OR LDPA Drama & Performance
LSDA LDPA FSDA
Speech & Drama Drama & Performance Speech & Drama
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Confirmation of Enrolment
You will receive a computer-generated confirmation of your enrolment(s) as soon as practicable after the information has been processed. The Confirmation of Enrolment provides the opportunity for teachers to double-check that all information relevant to their candidates has been accurately recorded. Please advise us of any errors immediately. Failure to identify an anomaly on the Confirmation of Enrolment will result in errors on all subsequent documentation concerning that candidate. The spelling of the name on the Confirmation is as it will appear on the certificate. Replacement certificates will incur a fee of $27.50 each. It is not possible to substitute alternative candidates at this stage. Please note that the Preferred Venue listed on your Confirmation of Enrolment may be changed, subject to suitability and availability as set out on page 16 of this handbook. If you have NOT received a Confirmation of Enrolment within two months of the closing date, please telephone the AMEB (NSW) to check the status of your enrolment. The Confirmation of Enrolment is your tax invoice and only official receipt from the AMEB (NSW).
Refund Policy
The AMEB (NSW) enrolment, examination preparation and scheduling processes incur significant costs for the AMEB (NSW), irrespective of whether candidates actually present on the day of their examinations. However, if a candidate wishes to withdraw from their examination, the withdrawal must be submitted in writing and will be considered under the following conditions: A full refund (less $20 per candidate per examination administration fee) will be issued if a written request is received before the Series closing date or at least 3 months before the commencement of the relevant series (for Series 04), regional practical examination period (for Series 02, 08), or postcode period (for Series 03, 10). A 50% refund will be issued if written advice of withdrawal is received as follows: Written Examinations (Series 01, 05) at least 1 month before the commencement of the particular series (see page 24). Practical Examinations at least 2 months before the commencement of the relevant series (for Series 04, 06, 09), regional practical examination period (for Series 02, 08), or postcode period (for Series 03, 10). See middle pages of this handbook for dates.
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Practical Examinations
Practical Examinations are conducted in accordance with all syllabus requirements set out in the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses and in accordance with the policies and procedures in this handbook.
Other examination matters for the teacher to note

Teachers are not allowed to alter the examination schedule for their students under any circumstances. Examiners will only accept schedule alterations initiated by the AMEB office. Pre-recorded accompaniment is not acceptable, unless specified by the syllabus. If a candidate presents a piece of music (other than Extra List) that is not listed in the syllabus for which they are enrolled, their mark will be downgraded. Extra List pieces for Grades 2 to 7 may be selected from any source, provided they have an educational value similar to that prescribed in the syllabus. (See section on General Requirements for Practical Examinations in the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses.)
Notice of Practical Examination

The Notice of Examination is the confirmation of the examination date. Every effort will be made to ensure that a Notice of Practical Examination for each candidate is dispatched to the teacher/private candidate approximately four weeks before the examination. These Notices must be given to candidates for presentation at the examination venue. The AMEB (NSW) is not responsible for delays caused by the postal services. Our website provides provisional examination dates as soon as they are scheduled. You can check these provisional dates via the AMEB Connect section of our website (www.ameb.nsw.edu.au). It is possible that your candidates examinations may be scheduled on a weekday or Saturday. It is also possible that examinations may be scheduled during school holidays. Please check carefully the day, date, venue and studio number (if applicable) on your candidates Notice of Practical Examination.
Postcode policy Second Metropolitan Series

Due to the large number of candidates entered for the Second Metropolitan Series of Examinations it is necessary for the AMEB (NSW) to divide the examinations into different periods. The teachers suburb as indicated on the enrolment form will be used to schedule that teachers candidates into a particular postcode period. Postcode periods are indicated on the middle pages of this handbook and, in order to provide continuity for teachers and candidates, they do not change from year to year. Regardless of a teachers post office box postcode, their students will be examined according to the postcode of the teachers suburb. In the event that your teaching studio address is different from your mailing address, you should indicate this clearly by attaching a letter of explanation to the enrolment form. In this event the postcode period will apply to the teaching studio address. If you have candidates who live in various areas in Sydney, please request that they be examined at a city venue. For teachers who change address between enrolment and examination, the postcode at enrolment will apply.
Additional teacher responsibilities

Have your students instrument correctly assembled and tuned before entering the examination room. Arrange for an accompanist (where applicable) and cover any costs involved. Advise candidates undertaking practical examinations that they MUST have all the music required for performance, in the appropriate order, at the commencement of the examination.
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Venues
Metropolitan examinations
Venue Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith AMEB Clarence Street, Sydney CBD Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney CBD Examination availability Weekdays and Saturdays Weekdays and Saturdays Saturdays only
Candidates may request an examination on either a weekday or a Saturday and we will do our best to accommodate that request. However if this is not possible due to the unavailability of studios and/or examiners, then candidates will be scheduled at the most appropriate venue on either a weekday or a Saturday.. Please note that warm-up rooms are generally not available at examination venues.
Please note that recording any part of any AMEB examination is not permitted.
Federal examinations
Federal music practical examinations (LMusA, FMusA, LTMusA) will be held at a Sydney metropolitan venue to be determined by the AMEB (NSW).
Private studios
The majority of private studio examinations will be scheduled on weekdays. There must be a minimum total of four hours examining per instrument category before an examiner may be scheduled to examine at a private venue or studio. If teachers using a venue have a combined total of less than four hours examining, the AMEB (NSW) will organise another venue for the examinations. It is the responsibility of the visiting teacher to ensure that the private studio is available and appropriate for your students examinations. It is expected that candidates and visiting teachers will respect the facilities at the examination studio, by waiting only in the area directed by the host teacher, leaving the premises upon completion of examinations, and not interrupting examinations in progress. If you elect to have your students examined at another teachers private studio your contact details may be given to the venue owner. To see if your studio meets our criteria as an examination venue, please consult the Policies section of the AMEB (NSW) website (www.ameb.nsw.edu.au).
Examination Reports
Envelopes are addressed: To the Teacher
At all venues, at the conclusion of each grade examination, the examiner will hand the report to the candidate in a sealed envelope, to give to the teacher, who will convey the result awarded. This allows teachers to convey the examiners feedback in a supportive and positive way. It also provides a more appropriate setting without the distraction of other candidates who are awaiting their examinations. These envelopes are not to be opened by the student. If the teacher is present at the examination venue he or she may request that all reports be handed to the teacher at the conclusion of that teachers examinations. Diploma reports are dispatched from the AMEB (NSW) after results and additional requirements have been verified. Results for all examinations are also available through the AMEB Connect section of our website. Please note that these results are available only to current teachers of the candidates concerned and to the candidates themselves if the teacher has provided them with access. Diploma results will not be given to anyone over the phone.
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Queries and Complaints

AMEB examinations are conducted as a formal process on a strict timetable. In order that other candidates are not disadvantaged, it is not possible for examiners to discuss reports or other examination issues with teachers, parents or candidates at the examination venue. Queries or objections regarding any examination results or examiners must be set out in writing and addressed to the State Manager. Verbal objections will not be accepted and no complaint will be considered more than ten days after receipt of the examination report. Letters of complaint concerning an examiner will be forwarded to that examiner for comment, after which a response will be issued by the State Manager.
candidate. Accredited interpreters may be contacted through the Language Services division of the Community Relations Commission of NSW on 1300 651 500.
Candidates Requiring Special Provisions

To ensure that the examination process is accessible to all, provisions may be made for candidates with special needs. Our policy may be found in the Policies section of our website (www.ameb.nsw.edu.au). Please forward a copy of the candidates medical documentation to the AMEB (NSW) office with, or soon after, their enrolment. Medical certificates or letters regarding illness will not be accepted by examiners at the examination.
Dress Code
AMEB examinations follow a formal and structured process. Candidates are advised to consider the occasion as they would any performance opportunity and dress appropriately in a smart casual style.
Trainee Examiners
A trainee examiner may be present during grade examinations. This examination experience is vital for trainees in order to maintain the high examining standards of the AMEB. In such an instance, the candidate will receive the Supervising Examiners result and written report.
Photocopies
Composers and playwrights depend to a significant extent on royalty income from sales of their publications, as does the AMEB. Those using photocopies of printed material should ensure that the copies do not contravene the Copyright Act. Unauthorised photocopying is illegal. Photocopies of AMEB publications must not be taken into AMEB examinations. Please also note the relevant paragraph under General Requirements Practical Examinations in the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses. The AMEB (NSW) website provides further information on copyright issues or you may contact our office to obtain a copy of the AMCOS publication, A Practical Copyright Guide to the Use of Print Music in Australia. Please refer to the AMEB (NSW) website for further information on copyright.
Diploma Examinations
Diploma examinations require two specialist examiners. In instances where it is not feasible to schedule two examiners in a regional area, AMusA candidates will be required to travel to Sydney during the period 26 September to 16 October 2009 to be examined. LMusA and FMusA examinations are held in Sydney during September and October 2009. Candidates are advised that they must bring a copy of their music so that the examiners can refer to the edition from which the candidate is working.
Provisional Enrolments
Provisional enrolments will not be accepted for practical examinations.
Non English-Speaking Candidates

Non English-speaking candidates who wish to have an accredited interpreter present at their exam must apply to the AMEB (NSW) in writing. The cost of the interpreter service will be the responsibility of the
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An AMEB practical examination certificate as presented eighty years ago.
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Certificates
Grade Certificates
Issued as soon as possible after the examination.
Diploma Certificates
Presented at the Annual Presentation Ceremony. Candidates who cannot attend the Presentation Ceremony will receive their certificates through the mail.
Certificates for Groups

One certificate is issued with the group name as supplied on the enrolment form. For additional certificates with the names of all group members please write to the office, providing the appropriate names. Further copies of this certificate may be supplied at the request of the teacher, at a cost of $11 per certificate.
AMEB (NSW) Distinction Certificates

Issued with the grade certificates as follows: Practical: To each candidate who receives an A+ in Music and Speech and Drama subjects. Written: To candidates who achieve the following marks or higher in Theory of Music, Musicianship, Music Craft or Speech and Performance Theory:
Grade Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Percentage 100
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Please note: The AMEB (NSW) is not responsible for the delivery of mail once it has left the office. Reimbursement for lost articles may be claimed from Australia Post and compensation may be paid at their discretion. Replacement Certificates will incur a fee of $27.50 each.
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Many questions can be answered with a quick visit to our website.
www.ameb.nsw.edu.au
AMEB Connect
AMEB Connect enables teachers, examiners and venue owners to access information about their examinations online through the AMEB (NSW) website. If you are a teacher, you may: check that your enrolment forms have been processed see provisional dates for your candidates examinations once they have been scheduled check for any errors in your personal details and correct them view candidates results as soon as they are added grant each of your candidates access to their own details download a comprehensive record of your candidates results (from 1988 to present). To use AMEB Connect for the first time, click the AMEB Connect button to begin a session. Then click on I want web access and enter your teacher number and a user name, which should be something you can easily remember. The AMEB (NSW) office will then send you a password by mail, or by email if we already have this address on our database. Log on using your existing user name and the password provided. You may change your password once you have logged on to AMEB Connect. Please remember that all dates for examinations that you may see online are provisional until you receive written confirmation in the form of a Notice of Examination.
AMEB (NSW) Policies

Information regarding the following AMEB (NSW) policies can be located on our website under the Examinations button, under the heading Policies. Teachers should familiarise themselves with these policies as they form part of the conditions for enrolment. Policies include: AMEB Shield Appeal Procedures for Practical Associate Diploma Examinations Candidates with Special Needs Certificates Child Protection Procedures Copyright Criteria for the Use of Private Studios Privacy Policy Provisional Enrolments for Written Examinations. If you do not have access to the internet the AMEB (NSW) will be happy to send you a hard copy of this information.
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With the completion of brand new studios in Sydney, AMEB (NSW) conducted a thorough examination of pianos available in the market. Recommendations were sought from key advisors and its keyboard examiners. The result? Just like the AMEB state ofces in Queensland and Western Australia, AMEB (NSW) chose Kawai 12 pianos in all including a superb, handcrafted Shigeru Kawai Grand based on reputation, recommendations and great value.
For performers, teachers and players at all levels, Kawai is the piano of the future.
At the new AMEB (NSW) studios, Clarence Street, Sydney: Kawai uprights 2 x K5, 4 x K6 Kawai grands 3 x RX2, 2 x RX3, 1 x SK7
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2009 Practical Examinations Dates and Closing Dates
Series No
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Examination Series
First Metropolitan (Including AMusA) Country (incl AMusA if sufficient numbers) Period 1 Newcastle, Central Coast, Canberra and South Coast Period 2 Wollongong Period 3 North, North Coast, West, South Music Second Metropolitan Period 1 2000 2070 postcodes Period 2 2071 2109 postcodes Period 3 2110 2135 postcodes Period 4 2136 2180 postcodes Period 5 2181 2999 postcodes Accordion, Harp, Electronic Organ, Organ Music Diplomas Second Metropolitan LMusA, FMusA, LTMusA AMusA, ATMusA Speech & Drama Second Metropolitan Period 1 2000 2109 postcodes Period 2 2110 2180 postcodes Period 3 2181 2999 postcodes Country Additional Series (Piano and Speech and Drama grade exams only) Period 1 Canberra Period 2 Newcastle Period 3 Wollongong CPM and Percussion Series
Closing Dates
NB: After this date late fees apply. Friday 20 February 6 March for accredited schools Friday 20 March Friday 20 March Friday 20 March (see notes below) Friday 12 June Friday 12 June Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 19 June FMusA programs must be submitted by 29 April Friday 19 June (see notes below) Friday 12 June Friday 31 July Friday 31 July
Examination Dates
27 April 13 June (major venues) 27 April 6 June (private studios) 9 June 27 June 29 June 3 July 27 July 26 August
Last Dates for Refunds

Refund Less Admin Fee 50% Refund
20 February
27 February
20 March 30 March 27 April
9 April 29 April 27 May
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22 August 12 September 12 September 3 October 17 October 31 October 31 October 21 November 21 November 19 December 19 October 24 October September and October 26 September 16 October
12 June 12 June 31 July 31 July 21 August 31 July 19 June 26 June
22 June 13 July 17 August 31 August 21 September 19 August 27 July 27 July
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5 September 3 October 17 October 14 November 16 November 12 December
12 June 31 July 17 August
6 July 17 August 16 September
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Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 31 July
2 November 7 November 7 November 14 November 16 November 20 November 24 October 12 December
3 August 7 August 17 August 31 July
2 September 7 September 16 September 24 August
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NOTES: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6)
Series 06, 1st Metropolitan, government and registered non-government schools have until Friday 6 March to submit entries before incurring late fees. No late entries will be accepted for any series, or postcode period, once scheduling has commenced. No late entries for Series 03 or 10 will be accepted after 15 August. If you wish to change postcode period for the Metropolitan Second Series (Series 03 and Series 10), a transfer fee of $55 will apply. See page 25 for details. The closing date is Friday 12 June for all enrolments involving transfers, either earlier or later than the designated postcode period. The first and/or last date for examinations may fall within the school holidays. Many of the Music Diploma examinations in the Second Metropolitan series will be held during government school holidays.
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2009 Written Examinations Dates and Closing Dates

Series No Examination Dates Closing Dates NB. After this date late fees apply Last Dates for Refunds (See page 14 for details)
Refund Less Administration Fee 50% Refund
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1822 May 2428 August
Friday 20 February Friday 12 June
20 February 12 June
21 April 27 July
2009 Written Examination Dates and Times

MUSICIANSHIP Grade Tuesday (Aural Only) 19 May 25 August 4 5 6 7 8 AMusA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Time 9.30 10.10 10.30 11.10 11.30 12.10 1.30 2.15 2.30 3.15 3.30 4.30 9.30 2.00 2.00 9.30 9.30 2.00 9.30 9.30 11.00 3.30 3.30 10.30 11.00 4.30 12.00 12.00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 (Section I) CTMusA (Section I) AMusA (Section I) ATMusA (Section I) LMusA (Section I) Thursday 21 May 27 August Friday 22 May 28 August MUSIC CRAFT Grade Monday 18 May 24 August Preliminary Aural Written Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Written Aural Aural Written Aural Written Written Aural Time 8.45 9.00 9.40 10.10 9.40 10.10 10.30 10.50 11.15 11.35 12.10 12.50 1.40 2.10 2.50 3.50 2.50 4.20 4.40 5.10 Thursday 21 May 27 August AMusA 9.30 12.30 7 (Section II) AMusA (Section II) LMusA (Section II) AMusA (Section III) LMusA (Section III) LTMusA (Section I) 9.30 2.00 2.00 9.30 9.30 2.00 9.30 9.30 9.30 9.30 9.30 10.30 3.30 4.00 12.30 12.30 5.00 12.30 11.30* 12.30 12.30* 12.30* THEORY OF MUSIC Grade Time
Wednesday 20 May 26 August
9.30 12.30 9.30 12.30 9.30 12.30* 9.30 12.30 9.30 12.30* 9.30 12.30*
* LMusA, CTMusA, ATMusA and LTMusA Written Examinations are held in August only. CTMusA, ATMusA and LTMusA Folios a letter requesting submission of the folio will be sent prior to the practical examination.
SPEECH AND PERFORMANCE THEORY Grade 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ASDA ADPA APCA LSDA (Section II) LSDA (Section III) LDPA Time 9.30 10.15 2.00 3.00 2.00 3.30 2.00 4.00 9.30 12.00 9.30 12.30 9.30 12.30 9.30 12.30 9.30 12.30 Folio only 2.00 5.00 Dissertation 2.00 5.00
Written Examinations are conducted throughout Australia on the same date. It is not possible to reschedule any Written Examination to an alternative date or time.
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Practical Examination Transfers
Examination scheduling is a process that involves a great deal of variables, and the magnitude of this task necessitates closing dates that may be some months before the examination dates. We understand that situations out of your control may arise at short notice. Please be aware that this creates a challenge for all concerned. Many transfer requests are received by AMEB (NSW) each week, and the processing of these transfers slows down the rate at which we can release completed examination schedules for all candidates. The transfer process and associated fees are listed below. of the periods involved. You must state the desired postcode period to which the examination is being transferred. You must also include a cheque, money order or credit card authorisation to cover the transfer fee of $55 per enrolment per candidate to a maximum fee of $220 per school/teacher/enrolment form. This fee covers costs involved in transferring candidates and applies no matter when the request for transfer is received.
After the examination is scheduled

In order to keep costs at a minimum, it is not possible to arrange alternative dates for practical examinations once the date has been scheduled for any reason other than on substantiated medical, religious, school endorsed educational grounds, verified work related grounds or relevant generally recognised days of cultural significance. No other grounds for transfer will be considered. If a candidate is unable to attend his or her practical examination because of one of the above reasons, an alternative date may be offered, provided that: venues and examiners are available; a written request for a transfer has been submitted to the AMEB (NSW) no later than two weeks after the scheduled examination date, including : a medical certificate or other documentary evidence, such as a letter from the candidates school or employer, which covers the date that the examination was due to take place an indication of when the candidate will be able to undertake the examination a cheque/money order/credit card authorisation to cover the transfer fee of $55 per candidate per examination for Level 1 candidates and $66 per candidate per examination for Level 2 and Level 3 candidates. If the AMEB (NSW) is unable to re-schedule an examination while examiners are still in a country region, candidates will be required to travel to Sydney.
Before the examination is scheduled

Transferring between different Series
Candidates may transfer from one practical series to a later series in the same year free of charge (for example, from Series 2 to Series 8, or from Series 6 to Series 3) provided we receive written notification at least two months before the commencement of the series in which the candidate was originally enrolled. A transfer fee will apply if less than two months notice is provided. It is not possible to transfer an examination from one year to another under any circumstances.
Transferring to a different postcode period within the Second Metropolitan Series

A written request for a transfer to a different postcode period must be submitted to AMEB (NSW) by writing in the Special Requests section of the enrolment form, or by submitting a written request at least 2 months before the commencement of the first applicable postcode period. Except in exceptional circumstances, transfers from the designated period for Series 04 examinations and for Accordion, Harp, Electronic Organ and Organ examinations in the Second Metropolitan Series will not be permitted. Enrolment for candidates wishing to transfer from one postcode period to another in the Second Metropolitan Series must be received by Friday 12 June regardless
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Studio Transfers
Where a teacher has arranged for examinations to be held in a particular studio in the Second Metropolitan Series, the postcode period of that studio will apply for examination scheduling. If a studio has applied for a transfer to another postcode period, all students attending that studio will be examined in the nominated period. Practical Examination Transfers Before the examination is scheduled After the examination is scheduled (medical, religious, cultural, educational and/or work related grounds only)
These fees are inclusive of GST and are non-refundable.
$55 per enrolment per candidate $220 per school/studio (maximum) $55 $66 per examination per candidate (Level 1) per examination per candidate (Level 2 and 3)
Privacy Policy
The AMEB (NSW) and the Office of the Board of Studies NSW are fully compliant with the provisions of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (the Act). Information provided by teachers, candidates, examiners and other employees of the Office of the Board of Studies NSW is collected, stored and administered in accordance with the Act. Personal details supplied by teachers, candidates, examiners or other employees are not provided to individuals or organisations outside the AMEB (NSW) or the Office of the Board of Studies NSW without the express permission of those concerned. For this reason you must ensure that you supply the AMEB (NSW) with teacher and candidate numbers when requesting any information from our staff. The only exceptions to this policy are when the AMEB (NSW) is required by law to supply this information, for example, in response to a subpoena. In order to fully comply with the Privacy and Child Protection legislation, information regarding examination dates, times and venues will not be given over the phone to anyone. In exceptional circumstances information may be given to the person who has enrolled the candidate for examination. In such instances a series of check questions, including date of birth, will be asked in order to ensure authenticity.
Change of Teacher
Teachers should ensure that they only enrol candidates whom they are currently teaching and who have agreed to sit for an AMEB (NSW) examination. In order to safeguard the interests of all parties, requests to change the teacher listed for an enrolment after the initial enrolment has been processed requires confirmation from the enrolling teacher. There will be a fee of $55 charged to reassign candidates from one teacher to another or from or to private candidate status after enrolment. A Change of Teacher form may be downloaded from our website. Please complete and forward to the AMEB (NSW) office with your $55 payment. Please note, a change of teacher does not change the exam period. The exam will still be set according to the original enrolling teachers postcode. An additional fee of $55 will apply in order to move the exam to another period. Candidates may not change the enrolling teacher once the examination has taken place. This policy applies to all AMEB (NSW) examinations.
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Written Examinations
Written Examinations are conducted in accordance with syllabus requirements set out in the AMEB 2009 Manual of Syllabuses and in accordance with the policies and procedures in this handbook. Candidates may enrol for two grades of written examinations in the same series providing the examinations are not scheduled at the same time. Candidates should advise the State Office in writing that they intend to use a dictionary when they enrol, outlining their reasons for doing so. The AMEB (NSW) will then provide the candidate with a letter of authorisation that must be presented to the examination supervisor before the commencement of writing. The supervisor will check that the dictionary falls within the guidelines, and that it does not include any other written material. Before the scheduled commencement of all written examinations (except the Aural component of the Musicianship and Music Craft examinations), ten minutes reading time is allowed. No writing will be permitted during this time. At the commencement of Aural Musicianship and Music Craft examinations, candidates will be given a short listening time, in order to become familiar with the sounds used on the examination CD. At the conclusion of Aural Musicianship and Music Craft examinations candidates will have ten minutes checking time during which writing is permitted. Manuscript paper for rough working will be provided for all aural and written examinations. The Supervisor will collect all unused working papers; no manuscript paper may be taken from the room. Only the worked paper (and any attached sheets) will be considered for marking. Answers in pencil are only acceptable if they are clearly legible.
Notice of Written Examination

A Notice of Written Examination for each candidate is dispatched to the teacher/private candidate approximately two weeks before the examination. Please note the precise time, date and location of the examination. You will receive two notices in the case of Music Craft and Musicianship exams that have an aural and written component. This Notice must be given to the candidate to present at the examination venue. Teachers should ensure that their students: attend the venue(s) indicated on the Notice of Written Examination arrive at the examination venue(s) at least 20 minutes before the scheduled commencement time. Reading time (if applicable) will commence 10 minutes before the advertised start of the examination only take pens, pencils, erasers and rulers into the examination room. Any paper product will be confiscated with the exception of an approved English/foreign language dictionary do not take mobile phones or computer equipment into the examination complete the attendance slip correctly check that they receive the correct paper from the supervisor as more than one paper may be issued at the same examination venue know that Theory of Music papers are white, Musicianship papers are blue, Music Craft papers are yellow and Speech and Performance Theory is green write their correct candidate number on the paper.
Written Venues
Sydney Metropolitan Area
Examinations will be held throughout the metropolitan area in schools, colleges and community halls. Teachers should indicate their preferred examination area on the enrolment form. However, where a nominated examination area is unavailable, or where no preference of area is specified, candidates will be directed to the available venue nearest to the teachers address. The Confirmation of Enrolment will state the teachers preferred examination area. Please notify the Board immediately if this area is incorrect. While every effort is made to accommodate candidates in the preferred area, the capacity and availability of venues may require alterations without notice. Please check the venue carefully on the notice of witten examination.
Candidates whose first language is not English may use a dictionary in written examinations, providing that the dictionary is foreign language/English.
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All Speech and Drama candidates may be directed to one central Sydney venue. Music Craft and Aural Musicianship candidates will be directed to central examination venues. Music Craft Aural and Written components will be held on the same day at the same venue, but the Aural and Written components of Musicianship may be held at different venues.
Issue of Results and Certificates

Written examination results and certificates are issued within eight weeks of the examination date. The marked papers of all Theory of Music and Musicianship candidates from Grades 13 are returned to the teacher. Candidates for Grade 4 and above and all candidates sitting for Music Craft examinations receive a report from the assessor giving the marks awarded for each section and any relevant comments. No Music Craft papers will be returned to teachers. However, teachers may come to the office to view the papers at a cost of $10 per paper. Arrangements to view papers must be made in advance.
Examination Venues Country

As a general rule, a minimum of ten candidates per day is required in order for any examination venue to be established. For this reason teachers are advised that they should collaborate with other teachers in their area and enter candidates for the same session in order to ensure a local venue. Teachers must be aware that the preferred area nominated on the Confirmation of Enrolment may vary from the venue finally allocated on the Notice of Examination. Candidates in country areas may be required to travel to the nearest available venue. However, in response to teacher feedback, the AMEB (NSW) agrees that no candidate should travel more than 125 kilometres (each way) from their teachers studio to the examination venue on any one day. Students sitting for Musicianship examinations with Aural components, should travel no more than 70 kilometres (each way) from their teachers studio to the examination venue on each of the two days involved. If a Musicianship candidate travels further than 70 kilometres (each way) on one day, then the other component of the examination will be held in their teachers local centre. If scheduling has already commenced late enrolments may have to travel further than the distances indicated above.
Reassessment of Examination Papers

If you believe an error has been made a reassessment can be arranged on the receipt of a fee of $50. In the event that an error is established this fee will be refunded. The criteria for reassessment are limited only to cases of incorrect addition of the marks and/or errors of fact. Requests based on differences in interpretation or professional judgement will not be considered. All Music Craft papers and papers from Grade 4 upwards in Theory of Music and Musicianship with a result of 63 or 64 will automatically be re-assessed by a second assessor. The reviewed mark will be the mark recorded. The Assessors decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into regarding that decision.
Provisional Enrolments
Candidates needing an additional requirement of a written component in order to complete their AMusA or LMusA examination, and who enrol in the May series of written examinations, may submit a Provisional Enrolment for the same grade and syllabus for the August series as a safeguard against an unsatisfactory result on the first attempt. This also applies to Speech and Drama candidates who require prerequisites in order to enrol for ASDA, ADPA, LSDA, LDPA or FSDA practical examinations. In the event that the candidate is successful in the first series, a full refund (less $20 administration fee) will be issued provided we receive written notification of the withdrawal by 17 July, 2009. Enrolments for both series must be made at the same time by the closing date for the May written examinations, and the August enrolment must be clearly marked Provisional Enrolment.
Written Transfers
Transfer of Examinations Between Series
Candidates may transfer from one written series to another in the same year free of charge provided we receive written notification at least one month before the commencement of the series in which the candidate was originally enrolled. A transfer fee of $55 will apply if less than one months notice is provided. The AMEB (NSW) must be notified prior to the scheduled examination. It is not possible to transfer examinations from one year to another under any circumstances.
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News from Federal Office 2008
Syllabuses
New Syllabuses Clarinet, Saxophone and Piano
The 2009 Manual of Syllabuses sees the release of three new syllabuses: Piano, Clarinet and Saxophone. These syllabuses will be available for examination in all states from 2009. Each of these syllabuses has been subjected to a comprehensive review of Manual List repertoire and Technical Work. also now includes a Certificate of Performance examination as the capping examination of Level 2. The Board has published new materials to support this syllabus (see Publications below). The following publications may be used in preparing for an examination with this syllabus: Saxophone Series 2 (Alto and Tenor Grade 1 to Grade 4) Saxophone Series 1 (Alto and Tenor Grade 1 to Grade 4) Saxophone Technical Work (2008)
Clarinet
Substantial revisions have been made to the Clarinet syllabus, with the addition of a Preliminary Grade and Certificate of Performance examination, as well as greater scope for the examination of bass clarinet. The Board has published new materials to support this syllabus (see Publications below). The following publications may be used in preparing for an examination with this syllabus: Clarinet Series 3 (Preliminary Grade to Grade 4) Clarinet Series 3 Handbooks and Recordings (Preliminary Grade to Grade 4) Clarinet Series 2 (First Grade to Fourth Grade) Clarinet Series 2 CDs and Notes (First Grade to Fourth Grade) Clarinet Technical Work (2008) Clarinet and Bass Clarinet Orchestral and Chamber Music Excerpts (2008) Clarinet Sight Reading
Piano
The Technical Work component of the Piano syllabus has been revised comprehensively and is now more logically organised. The Manual List repertoire of this syllabus has also been subject to a wide-ranging revision, with an emphasis now placed on the best of modern publications for the instrument. The Board has published new materials to support this syllabus (see Publications below). The following publications may be used in preparing for an examination with this syllabus: Piano Series 16 (Preliminary Grade to Grade 8) Piano Series 16 Handbooks and Recordings (Preliminary Grade to Grade 8) Piano Series 15 (Preliminary Grade to Seventh Grade) Piano Series 15 Handbooks and Recordings (Preliminary Grade to Seventh Grade) Piano Technical Work (2008) Piano Sight Reading (2004)
Saxophone
The Saxophone syllabus has undergone a considerable amount of revision. In response to public feedback, this syllabus shifted its focus from French music of the early twentieth century towards contemporary composition for the instrument, with a strong focus on Australian repertoire. This syllabus
Piano Australian Anthology (2002) (Preliminary Grade to Fourth Grade) Piano Australian Anthology (2001) (Fifth Grade to Eighth Grade) Studies and Baroque Works (2001) (First Grade to Fourth Grade)
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General Syllabus News

Music Craft
The Federal Board has authorised several changes to be made to the syllabus for Music Craft Level 1. The changes affect the number of tests that can be expected in the aural section of the examination and some of the examinable content of Grade 4. Users of this syllabus are invited to refer to the Music Craft syllabus for further information.
Licentiate Diploma set works: Topic (i) Schumann, Dichterliebe Op. 48 (ed. Ozawa, Henle Edition No 549 High voice); Topic (ii) Verdi, Otello, Act 4; Topic (iii) Bartk, Music for strings, percussion and celeste Sz 116, first and second movements
Only these Folk Tunes and Set Works will be examined from 2009.
Musicianship
In the 2008 Manual of Syllabuses, notice was given of the Boards intention to change the Folk Tunes and Set Works examined in this syllabus. The information given in this section was incomplete. The following is the complete list of Folk Tunes and Set Works expected for study in this syllabus. Where an edition is specified, this edition must be used in the preparation of the Folk Tune or Set Work.
Theory of Music
In the 2008 Manual of Syllabuses, notice was given of the Boards intention to change the Folk Tunes and Set Works examined in this syllabus. The information given in this section was incomplete. The following is the complete list of Folk Tunes and Set Works expected for study in this syllabus. Where an edition is specified, this edition must be used in the preparation of the Folk Tune or Set Work.
First Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): Goe from my window goe; I had a little nut tree; The holly and the ivy Second Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): Where are you going?; London Bridge is broken down; Here we go round the mulberry bush Third Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): Military song; The lone birch tree; Spanish lady Fourth Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): The minstrel boy; Early one morning; British grenadiers Fifth Grade set works: Schubert, Erlknig D 328 (note that examination questions will be asked as though the song is in G minor); Vaughan Williams, The vagabond; Mozart, String quintet K 614, first movement Sixth Grade set works: Debussy, Prludes 1 6 from Prludes Book 1; Brahms, Piano quartet in C minor Op. 60, first movement Seventh Grade set works: Beethoven, Egmont overture Op. 84; Mozart, Symphony K 425, first and second movements Eighth Grade set works: Stravinsky, Petrushka, First tableau Shrovetide fair, The magic trick and Russian dance (1911 version); Strauss, Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche TrV 171
First Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): Goe from my window goe; I had a little nut tree; The holly and the ivy Second Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): Where are you going?; London Bridge is broken down; Here we go round the mulberry bush Third Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): Military song; The lone birch tree; Spanish lady Fourth Grade folk tunes (from Brandon, Fifty folk songs): The minstrel boy; Early one morning; British grenadiers Sixth Grade set works: Beethoven, Symphony No 3 in Eb major Op. 55, first and second movements Seventh Grade set works: Berlioz, Symphonie fantastique Op. 14, first movement; Stravinsky, Symphony of psalms, first movement Associate Diploma set works: Topic (i) Desprez, Missa pange lingua (ed. Davison, Chester Edition CH55220), Gloria and Agnus Dei; Topic (ii) Monteverdi, Vespers for the Blessed Virgin Mary (ed. Roche, Eulenberg Edition No 8024), Dixit Dominus, Lauda Jerusalem and Magnificat 7; Topic (iii) Bach, Brandenburg Concerto No 5 BWV 1050, first movement
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Associate Diploma set works: Vocal and choral music Bach, Mass in B minor BWV 232, Gloria; Brahms, Alto rhapsody Op. 53; Twentieth-century music Ravel, Daphnis et Chlo, 2nd suite (Lever du jour, Pantomime et danse and Danse gnrale); Messiaen, Quatuor pour la fin du temps
Only these Folk Tunes and Set Works will be examined from 2009.
Regulations
Regulation 13
The Federal Board has authorised a change to Regulation 13 in order to incorporate mention of the timing of the Certificate of Performance examination in applicable syllabuses. Users of the Manual of Syllabuses are referred to the Regulations section in the front of the Manual for further information on this issue.
Guitar
From 2009, the syllabus currently known as Guitar will be renamed Classical Guitar. There are no further alterations to the syllabus or publications to be used with this syllabus.
Regulation 19(c)
The Federal Board has authorised changes to Regulation 19(c). Users of the Manual of Syllabuses are referred to the Regulations section in the front of the Manual for further information on this issue.
Publications New releases

Piano
The Federal Board of the AMEB is pleased to announce that the following publications are available from November 2008 for piano:
Piano Series 16 (Preliminary Grade to Grade 8) Piano Series 16 Handbooks and Recordings (Preliminary Grade to Grade 8) Piano Technical Work (2008)
Saxophone
The Federal Board of the AMEB is pleased to announce that the following publications are available from November 2008 for saxophone:
Saxophone Series 2 (Alto and Tenor Grade 1 to

Grade 4)
Saxophone Technical Work (2008)
Clarinet
The Federal Board of the AMEB is pleased to announce that the following publications are available from November 2008 for clarinet:
Clarinet Series 3 (Preliminary Grade to Grade 4) Clarinet Series 3 Handbooks and Recordings
(Preliminary to Grade 4)
Clarinet Technical Work (2008)
Clarinet and Bass Clarinet Orchestral and Chamber
Music Excerpts
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Subject Codes and Fees Music

The relevant subject code must be used on the enrolment form.
Theory of Music
0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007 0008 0009 0010 0011 0012 0013 0014 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade, Paper 1 Seventh Grade, Paper 2 Associate, Paper 1 Associate, Paper 2 Associate, Paper 3 Licentiate, Paper 1 Licentiate, Paper 2 Licentiate, Paper 3
Musicianship Fee ($)

61 61 66 66 70 70 99 99 101 101 101 110 110 110 0021 0022 0023 0024 0025 0026 0027 0028 0029 0030 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate, Section I Associate, Section II
Fee ($)
61 61 66 72 75 75 104 104 106 106
Music Craft
1540 1541 1542 1543 1544 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade
Fee ($)
61 63 63 68 72
All prices quoted in this handbook include GST unless stated otherwise.
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Practical Examination Music
Keyboard Instruments
Piano (Pianoforte)
(Old Syllabus) 1140 1141 1142 1143 1144 1145 1146 1147 1148 1149 1152 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf 62
65
65
74
74
80
80
91
108
192
287
Piano (Pianoforte)
(2009 New Syllabus)
Fee ($)
Fee ($)
1560 1561 1562 1563 1564 1565 1566 1567 1568 1569 1570 1571 Preliminary Grade First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Certificate Perf Associate Perf Licentiate Perf 62
65
65
74
74
80
80
91
108
125
192
287
Piano for Leisure

1820 1821 1822 1823 1824 1825 1826 1827 1828 1829 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Certificate Perf
Fee ($)
58
64
64
67
67
75
75
82
95
125
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Other Keyboard Instruments

Accordion Stradella
0610 0611 0612 0613 0614 0615 0616 0617 0618 0619 0620 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Fee ($)
62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
Organ
0373 0374 0375 0376 0377 0378 0379 0427 Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Fee ($)
74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
Electronic Organ
Fee ($)
62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
Accordion Free Bass

Fee ($)
62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
Teaching Certificates and Diplomas

Please specify relevant instrument on enrolment form.
Certificate Teacher of Music (CTMusA) Fee ($)

0904 0905 0906 0907 Section Section Section Section I (Written) II (Folio) III (A) (Practical) III (B) (Practical) 101 101 125 125
Licentiate Teacher of Music (LTMusA) Fee ($)

Associate Teacher of Music (ATMusA) Fee ($)

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Stringed Instruments
Fees are as follows for all
String Instrument Codes: Grade Preliminary Grade First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf Fee ($) 62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
Viola
(2006 Old Syllabus)
Double Bass
0737 0748 0749 0750 0751 0752 0753 0754 0755 0756 0757 Preliminary
First Grade
Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
No Preliminary Grade 0591 First Grade 0592 Second Grade 0593 Third Grade 0594 Fourth Grade 0595 Fifth Grade 0596 Sixth Grade 0597 Seventh Grade 0598 Eighth Grade 0599 Associate Perf 0600 Licentiate Perf
Classical Guitar
0649 0641 0642 0643 0644 0645 0646 0647 0648 0713 0714 Preliminary
First Grade
Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Viola
(2007 New Syllabus) 1860 1861 1862 1863 1864 1865 1866 1867 1868 1869 1870 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Harp
No Preliminary Grade 0231 First Grade 0232 Second Grade 0233 Third Grade 0234 Fourth Grade 0235 Fifth Grade 0236 Sixth Grade 0237 Seventh Grade 0238 Eighth Grade 0239 Associate Perf 0249 Licentiate Perf
Cello (Violoncello)
Violin
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Wind Instruments
Fees are as follows for all Wind Instrument Codes (except For Leisure subjects): Grade Preliminary Grade First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf Fee ($) 62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
Piccolo
0672 0673 0674 0174 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade
Clarinet
(2009 New Syllabus) 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1946 1947 1948 1949 1950 1951 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Certificate Perf Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Flute
0571 0572 0573 0574 0575 0576 0767 0768 0769 0770 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Saxophone
(2008 Old Syllabus) 0161 0162 0163 0164 0165 0166 0167 0168 0169 0179 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Recorder
Oboe
Saxophone
(2009 New Syllabus) 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Certificate Perf Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Bassoon
Clarinet
(2008 Old Syllabus) 0621 0622 0623 0624 0625 0626 0627 0628 0629 0339 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
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Wind Instruments (continued)

Saxophone for Leisure
Fee ($)
58 64 64 67 67 75 75 82 95 125
Brass Instruments
Fees are as follows for all

Brass Instrument Codes:
Grade Preliminary Grade First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf Fee ($) 62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
Trumpet
Euphonium
Trombone
Tuba
French Horn
Bass Trombone
1165 1166 1167 1168 Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade
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Band Instruments
Fees are as follows for all Band Instrument Codes: Grade Preliminary Grade First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf Fee ($) 62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91 108 192 287
E flat Tenor Horn

B flat and F Trombone

B flat Baritone
E flat Bass Tuba

E flat Soprano Cornet

B flat Euphonium
B flat Bass Tuba

B Flat Cornet
C Tuba
Bass Trombone
B flat Tenor Trombone

B flat Flugel Horn

Candidates above Fourth Grade, please see relevant brass instruments section.
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Other Categories
Singing
0962 0963 0964 0965 0966 0967 0968 0969 0970 Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf
Fee ($)
65 74 74 80 80 91 108 191 287
Percussion
0251 0252 0253 0254 0255 0256 0257 0258 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade
Fee ($)
75 75 82 82 86 86 96 111
Singing for Leisure

Fee ($)
58 64 64 67 67 75 75 82 95 125
Fellowship of Music Australia (FMusA) Fee ($)

9999 670
(All Instruments please specify on enrolment form.)
Contemporary Popular Music (CPM)

Keyboard
Fee ($)
67 75 75 82 82 86 86 96 111 125
Drum Kit
9301 9302 9303 9304 Advancing Advancing Advancing Advancing Step Step Step Step 1 2 3 4
Fee ($)
100 100 100 100
Guitar
Fee ($)
100 100 100 100
Bass
Fee ($)
100 100 100 100
Vocal
Fee ($)
100 100 100 100
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Subject Codes and Fees Speech & Drama
Speech and Performance Theory
1661 1662 1663 1664 1665 1666 1667 First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade
Speech and Drama Teaching Diplomas Fee ($)

61 61 66 66 70 70 98 0123 0124 1932 1933 0125 0126 0127 1937 1938 1939 ASDA Section I, Practical ASDA Section II, Written ADPA Section I, Practical ADPA Section II, Written LSDA Section I, Practical LSDA Section II, Written LSDA Section III, Dissertation LDPA Section I, Practical LDPA Section II, Written LDPA Section III, Dissertation
Fee ($)
192 100 192 100 287 111 111 287 111 111
Diploma Examinations
Speech and Drama Performing Diplomas
0813 0015 1930 1931 0825 0016 0017 1934 1935 1936 9991 ASDA Section I, Practical ASDA Section II, Written ADPA Section I, Practical ADPA Section II, Written LSDA Section I, Practical LSDA Section II, Written LSDA Section III, Dissertation LDPA Section I, Practical LDPA Section II, Written LDPA Section III Dissertation Fellowship (FSDA)
Voice and Communication Diplomas Fee ($)

192 100 192 100 287 111 111 287 111 111 670 1910 1911 APCA Section I, Practical APCA Section II, Folio
Fee ($)
192 100
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Subject Codes and Fees Speech & Drama (continued)

Practical Examinations
Speech and Drama
0900 0650 0651 0652 0653 0654 0655 0657 0659 0661 Introductory Elementary Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade
Voice and Communication Fee ($)

57 7 5 4 6 67 67 76 76 84 84 91 1900 1901 1902 1903 1904 1905 1906 1907 1908 1909 1910 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Certificate (CVCA) Assoc. (APCA) Sect I (Prac)
Fee ($)
58 64 64 73 73 77 77 82 95 125 192
Drama and Communication
Fee ($)
Drama and Performance

1920 1921 1922 1923 1924 1925 1926 1927 1928 1929 Preliminary First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Certificate (CDPA)
Fee ($)
2 6 65 65 74 74 80 80 82 95 125
(Group Examination only one entry per group) 0197 Introductory 77 0191 First Grade 82 0192 Second Grade 82 0193 Third Grade 88 0194 Fourth Grade 88 0195 Fifth Grade 99 0196 Sixth Grade 110
Speech in Action
0582 0663 0664 0665 0666 0667 0668 0669 0670 0671 0891 Preparatory 1 Preparatory 2 Preparatory 3 Level One Level Two Level Three Level Four Level Five Level Six Level Seven Certificate (CSCA)
Fee ($)
56 56 58 64 64 67 67 74 74 82 125
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Summary of Fees and Charges

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Important Dates to Note

Rescheduling your exam (see Transfers) 17, 20

2009 teachers handbook

Sydney Conservatorium Open Academy

Check our website for dates and details!

Examination Responsibilities Checklist

2009 teachers handbook

Later First Metropolitan Closing Date for Schools

Music Craft examinations now held in May and August

Where have the Examination Tables gone?

Pianoforte, Clarinet and Saxophone New Syllabuses for 2009

SYDNEY EISTEDDFOD PRESENTS

2009 teachers handbook

Check dates carefully before submitting your enrolment.

Avoiding other additional fees

AMEB SAXOPHONE SERIES 2

AMEB CLARINET SERIES 3

Your path to AMEB Diplomas

Preparing for the AMusA Practical Examination

The AMEB (NSW) Conferring of Diplomas Ceremony

2009 teachers handbook

Candidate number and subject code

Written examination enrolment forms

Late enrolment fees all examinations

Up to one week late More than one week late

Please note: Late fees do not incur GST.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Enrolment Form

Avoiding Additional Fees

2009 teachers handbook

A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Enrolment Form (continued)

Back (second) Page

2009 teachers handbook

AMEB Examination Studios for Hire

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Music Examination Additional Requirements

(Please refer to Regulation 19 in the 2009 Manual of Syllabuses for exceptions.)

Speech and Drama Prerequisite Requirements

LSDA LDPA FSDA

Speech & Drama Drama & Performance Speech & Drama

2009 teachers handbook

Other examination matters for the teacher to note

Notice of Practical Examination

Postcode policy Second Metropolitan Series

Additional teacher responsibilities

2009 teachers handbook

Practical Examinations (continued)

Queries and Complaints

Candidates Requiring Special Provisions

Non English-Speaking Candidates

2009 teachers handbook

An AMEB practical examination certificate as presented eighty years ago.

Certificates for Groups

AMEB (NSW) Distinction Certificates

2009 teachers handbook

Many questions can be answered with a quick visit to our website.

AMEB (NSW) Policies

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2009 Practical Examinations Dates and Closing Dates

Last Dates for Refunds

20 March 30 March 27 April