Ameb Teachers Handbook 2009

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2009 teachers’ handbook New South Wales

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AMEB IN NSW,QLD,WA CHOOSES KAWAIWith the completion of brand new studios in Sydney, AMEB (NSW) conducteda thorough examination of pianos available in the market. Recommendationswere sought from key advisors and its keyboard examiners.

The result? Just like the AMEB state offices in Queensland and Western Australia,AMEB (NSW) chose Kawai – 12 pianos in all including a superb, handcraftedShigeru 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

www.kawai.net.au

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 Term 1 commences for NSW Government schools

February 20 Closing Date for First Metropolitan enrolments

Closing Date for May Written enrolments

March 20 Closing Date for Series 2 Country enrolments

April 10 NSW Government school holidays commence

Good Friday public holiday

April 25 ANZAC Day (Saturday)

April 27 ANZAC Day Public Holiday

April 28 Term 2 commences for NSW Government schools

May 12–14 NAPLAN tests for Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 (Details: www.naplan.edu.au)

June 8 Queen’s Birthday public holiday

June 12 Closing Date for Metropolitan enrolments, Postcodes 2000–2109

Closing Date for August Written enrolments

June 19 Closing Date for Series 4 Diploma enrolments

July 11 NSW Government school holidays commence

July 27 Term 3 commences for NSW Government schools

July 31 Closing Date for Second Metro enrolments, Postcodes 2110–2999

Closing Date for Series 8 Country enrolments

Closing Date for CPM and Percussion enrolments

August 24 Last day for late entries for Second Metro exams

October 3 NSW Government school holidays commence

October 5 Labour Day public holiday (Monday)

October 19 Term 4 commences for NSW Government schools

December 18 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 8–11

Examination Dates and Times 22–24

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 34–35

– Percussion 40

– Singing 40

– Speech and Drama 41–42

– Stringed Instruments 36

– Teaching Certificates and Diplomas – Music 35

– Wind Instruments 37

– Written Examinations – Music 33

– Written Examinations – Speech and Drama 41–42

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 9–11

Subject Codes (see ‘Fees’) 33–42

Syllabus and Publication News 30–32

Teacher Responsibilities 3

Trainee Examiners 17

Transfers – Practical examinations 25

Transfers – Written examinations 29

Useful Contacts 4

Venues – Practical 16

Written Examinations 28

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Sydney Conservatorium Open Academy www.music.usyd.edu.au/community • email: [email protected]

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 student’s 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; coordination 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.

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Useful Contacts

APRA/AMCOS

Ph: (02) 9935 7900 Fax: (02) 9935 7999 Email: [email protected] Web: www.apra-amcos.com.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: [email protected] 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 Centre’s 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: [email protected] 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.

NSW Accompanists’ Guild

Ph: (02) 9476 6851 or 9351 1224 Email: [email protected] Web: www.accompanistsguildofnsw.org.au

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: (02) 4959 2598 or 9387 2026 or 9808 2025

Fax: (02) 9889 8922 or 4959 2598 Email: [email protected] Web: 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: (02) 9328 7628 Email: [email protected] Web: 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.

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).

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.

Later First Metropolitan Closing Date for Schools To assist the many government and registered nongovernment 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 nongovernment school is listed as the enrolling teacher. The earlier closing date of 20 February 2009 will apply to all enrolments under individual teacher names.

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.

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, flute,

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.

SYDNEY EISTEDDFOD PRESENTS 2009 McDonald’s

Performing Arts Challenge

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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 double-check 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.

AMEB SAXOPHONE SERIES 2

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1203089039 Saxophone Technical Work Book

Teacher’s Packs – available for a limited time only Contains: 1 x Grade Book for each grade

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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 musician’s 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 candidate’s 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 $10 per enrolment per candidate

More than one week late $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 hand-delivering completed enrolment form(s).

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.

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.

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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.

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 candidate’s 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 candidate’s 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.

• Candidate Name

– Check with candidates and their parents to ensure that the candidate’s 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 candidate’s correct date of birth to ensure accurate linkage to the candidate’s 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.

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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 teacher’s 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 non-scheduling 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 candidate’s 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

Pre-exam hire 8 – 8.45 am

$30 per hour (1–3 hours)

$100 half day (4 hours)

$180 full day (up to 8 hours)

$40 for 45 minutes

After work session 5 – 6 pm $50 for 60 minutes

* excluding public holidays

To book a studio or to find out about the discounts for long-term bookings, call AMEB (NSW)

(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 Additional Requirement

Grade 6 Practice of Music Pass Grade 2 Theory or Musicianship or Music Craft



AMusA Performing Pass Grade 5 Theory or Musicianship

LMusA Performing Pass Grade 6 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 2009–2010 Manual of Speech Syllabuses for more information.

Examination Prerequisites

CSCA Speech in Action Credit or B grading Level 7 Speech in Action

ASDA Speech & Drama Pass B grading

Grade 7 Grade 7

Theory of S&D or S&P Theory AND Speech & Drama

ADPA Drama & Performance Pass B grading B grading

Grade 7 CDPA Grade 7

S&P Theory or Theory of S&D AND Drama & Performance OR Speech & Drama

LSDA Speech & Drama Pass ASDA Speech & Drama

LDPA Drama & Performance Pass ADPA Pass

Drama & Performance OR ASDA Speech & Drama

FSDA Speech & Drama Pass LSDA Pass

Speech & Drama OR LDPA Drama & Performance


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.

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 candidate’s Notice of Practical Examination.

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.

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.)

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 teacher’s suburb as indicated on the enrolment form will be used to schedule that teacher’s 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 teacher’s post office box postcode, their students will be examined according to the postcode of the teacher’s 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.

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Practical Examinations (continued)

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.

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 teacher’s 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).

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).

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 examiner’s 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 teacher’s 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.

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 Examiner’s result and written report.

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

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 candidate’s 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.

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.


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 Percentage

Preliminary 100

First Grade 100

Second Grade 97

Third Grade 96

Fourth Grade 92

Fifth Grade 92

Sixth Grade 90

Seventh Grade 90

Eighth Grade 90

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.


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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2009 Practical Examinations – Dates and Closing Dates

Series No

Examination Series Closing Dates NB: After this date late fees apply.

Examination Dates Last Dates for Refunds Refund Less Admin Fee 50% Refund

06 First Metropolitan (Including AMusA) Friday 20 February 6 March for accredited schools

27 April – 13 June (major venues) 27 April – 6 June (private studios)

20 February 27 February

02 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

Friday 20 March

Friday 20 March Friday 20 March

9 June – 27 June

29 June – 3 July 27 July – 26 August

20 March

30 March 27 April

9 April

29 April 27 May

03 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

(see notes below) Friday 12 June Friday 12 June Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 31 July

22 August – 12 September 12 September – 3 October 17 October – 31 October 31 October – 21 November 21 November – 19 December 19 October – 24 October

12 June 12 June 31 July 31 July 21 August 31 July

22 June 13 July 17 August 31 August 21 September 19 August

04 Music Diplomas – Second Metropolitan LMusA, FMusA, LTMusA AMusA, ATMusA

Friday 19 June FMusA programs must be submitted by 29 April Friday 19 June

September and October

26 September – 16 October

19 June

26 June

27 July

27 July

10 Speech & Drama – Second Metropolitan Period 1 2000 – 2109 postcodes Period 2 2110 – 2180 postcodes Period 3 2181 – 2999 postcodes

(see notes below) Friday 12 June Friday 31 July Friday 31 July

5 September – 3 October 17 October – 14 November 16 November – 12 December

12 June 31 July 17 August

6 July 17 August 16 September

08 Country – Additional Series (Piano and Speech and Drama grade exams only) Period 1 Canberra Period 2 Newcastle Period 3 Wollongong

Friday 31 July Friday 31 July Friday 31 July

2 November – 7 November 7 November – 14 November 16 November – 20 November

3 August 7 August 17 August

2 September 7 September 16 September

09 CPM and Percussion Series Friday 31 July 24 October – 12 December 31 July 24 August

NOTES: (1) Series 06, 1st Metropolitan, government and registered non-government schools have until Friday 6 March to submit entries before incurring late fees.

(2) 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.

(3) 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.

(4) The closing date is Friday 12 June for all enrolments involving transfers, either earlier or later than the designated postcode period.

(5) The first and/or last date for examinations may fall within the school holidays. (6) Many of the Music Diploma examinations in the Second Metropolitan series will be held during government

school holidays.

2009 Written Examinations – Dates and Closing Dates

Series No Examination Dates Closing Dates Last Dates for RefundsNB. After this date late fees apply (See page 14 for details)

Refund Less Administration Fee 50% Refund

01 18–22 May Friday 20 February 20 February 21 April

05 24–28 August Friday 12 June 12 June 27 July

2009 Written Examination Dates and TimesMUSICIANSHIP THEORY OF MUSIC

Grade Time Grade Time

Tuesday(Aural Only)19 May25 August

45678AMusA

9.30 – 10.1010.30 – 11.1011.30 – 12.101.30 – 2.152.30 – 3.153.30 – 4.30

Wednesday20 May26 August

12345678

9.30 – 11.002.00 – 3.302.00 – 3.309.30 – 10.309.30 – 11.002.00 – 4.309.30 – 12.009.30 – 12.00

1234567 (Section I)

CTMusA (Section I)AMusA (Section I)ATMusA (Section I)LMusA (Section I)

9.30 – 10.302.00 – 3.302.00 – 4.009.30 – 12.309.30 – 12.302.00 – 5.009.30 – 12.30

9.30 – 11.30*9.30 – 12.309.30 – 12.30*9.30 – 12.30*

Thursday21 May 27 August

AMusA 9.30 – 12.307 (Section II)AMusA (Section II)LMusA (Section II)

9.30 – 12.30 9.30 – 12.309.30 – 12.30*

Friday22 May28 August

AMusA (Section III)LMusA (Section III)LTMusA (Section I)

9.30 – 12.309.30 – 12.30*9.30 – 12.30*

MUSIC CRAFT

Grade Time

Monday18 May24 August

Preliminary AuralWritten

Grade 1 WrittenAural

Grade 2 AuralWritten

Grade 3 AuralWritten

Grade 4 WrittenAural

8.45 – 9.009.40 – 10.10

9.40 – 10.1010.30 – 10.50

11.15 – 11.3512.10 – 12.50

1.40 – 2.102.50 – 3.50

2.50 – 4.204.40 – 5.10

* LMusA, CTMusA,ATMusA and LTMusAWritten Examinationsare held in August only.

CTMusA, ATMusA andLTMusA Folios – a letterrequesting submission ofthe folio will be sent priorto the practicalexamination.

SPEECH AND PERFORMANCE THEORY

Grade Time

Thursday21 May27 August

1234567ASDAADPAAPCALSDA (Section II)LSDA (Section III)LDPA

9.30 – 10.152.00 – 3.002.00 – 3.302.00 – 4.009.30 – 12.009.30 – 12.309.30 – 12.309.30 – 12.309.30 – 12.30Folio only2.00 – 5.00Dissertation2.00 – 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.

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

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 candidate’s 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.


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 $55 per enrolment per candidate $220 per school/studio (maximum)

After the examination is scheduled (medical, religious, $55 per examination per candidate (Level 1) cultural, educational and/or work related grounds only) $66 per examination per candidate (Level 2 and 3)

These fees are inclusive of GST and are non-refundable.

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 teacher’s 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.

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.

Candidates whose first language is not English may use a dictionary in written examinations, providing that the dictionary is foreign language/English.

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.

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 teacher’s address.

The Confirmation of Enrolment will state the teacher’s 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.

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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.

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 teacher’s 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 teacher’s 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 teacher’s local centre. If scheduling has already commenced late enrolments may have to travel further than the distances indicated above.

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 month’s 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.

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 1–3 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.

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 Assessor’s 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’.


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.

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

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

also now includes a Certificate of Performance examination as the capping examination of Level 2.


– 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)

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.


– 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)

– 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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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.

Theory of Music

In the 2008 Manual of Syllabuses, notice was given of the Board’s 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

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 à 7; Topic (iii) – Bach, Brandenburg Concerto No 5 BWV 1050, first movement

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) – Bartók, 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 Board’s 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, Erlkönig 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, Préludes 1– 6 from Préludes 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


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 Chloé, 2nd suite (Lever du jour, Pantomime et danse and Danse générale); Messiaen, Quatuor pour la fin du temps

Only these Folk Tunes and Set Works will be examined from 2009.

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.

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

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.

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.

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Subject Codes and Fees – Music The relevant subject code must be used on the enrolment form.

Written Examinations Musicianship Fee ($)

0021 First Grade 61 0022 Second Grade 61 0023 Third Grade 660024 Fourth Grade 720025 Fifth Grade 750026 Sixth Grade 750027 Seventh Grade 1040028 Eighth Grade 1040029 Associate, Section I 1060030 Associate, Section II 106

Theory of Music Fee ($)

0001 First Grade 61 0002 Second Grade 61 0003 Third Grade 66 0004 Fourth Grade 66 0005 Fifth Grade 70 0006 Sixth Grade 70 0007 Seventh Grade, Paper 1 99 0008 Seventh Grade, Paper 2 99 0009 Associate, Paper 1 101 0010 Associate, Paper 2 101 0011 Associate, Paper 3 101 0012 Licentiate, Paper 1 110 0013 Licentiate, Paper 2 110 0014 Licentiate, Paper 3 110

Music Craft Fee ($)

1540 Preliminary 611541 First Grade 631542 Second Grade 631543 Third Grade 68 1544 Fourth Grade 72

All prices quoted in this handbook include GST unless stated otherwise.


Practical Examination – Music

Keyboard Instruments Piano (Pianoforte) Fee ($)

(2009 – New Syllabus)

1560 Preliminary Grade 621561 First Grade 65 1562 Second Grade 65 1563 Third Grade 74 1564 Fourth Grade 74 1565 Fifth Grade 80 1566 Sixth Grade 80 1567 Seventh Grade 91 1568 Eighth Grade 108 1569 Certificate Perf 125 1570 Associate Perf 192 1571 Licentiate Perf 287

Piano (Pianoforte) Fee ($)

(Old Syllabus)

1140 Preliminary 62 1141 First Grade 65 1142 Second Grade 65 1143 Third Grade 74 1144 Fourth Grade 74 1145 Fifth Grade 80 1146 Sixth Grade 80 1147 Seventh Grade 91 1148 Eighth Grade 108 1149 Associate Perf 192 1152 Licentiate Perf 287

Piano for Leisure Fee ($)

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

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Other Keyboard Instruments

Accordion Stradella Fee ($)

0610 Preliminary 62 0611 First Grade 65 0612 Second Grade 65 0613 Third Grade 74 0614 Fourth Grade 740615 Fifth Grade 80 0616 Sixth Grade 800617 Seventh Grade 91 0618 Eighth Grade 1080619 Associate Perf 192 0620 Licentiate Perf 287

Organ Fee ($)

0373 Third Grade 74 0374 Fourth Grade 74 0375 Fifth Grade 80 0376 Sixth Grade 80 0377 Seventh Grade 91 0378 Eighth Grade 108 0379 Associate Perf 192 0427 Licentiate Perf 287

Electronic Organ Fee ($)


Accordion Free Bass Fee ($)


Teaching Certificates and Diplomas Please specify relevant instrument on enrolment form.

Certificate Teacher of Music (CTMusA) Fee ($)

0904 Section I (Written) 101 0905 Section II (Folio) 101 0906 Section III (A) (Practical) 125 0907 Section III (B) (Practical) 125

Licentiate Teacher of Music (LTMusA) Fee ($)


Associate Teacher of Music (ATMusA) Fee ($)



Stringed Instruments

Fees are as follows for all String Instrument Codes:

Grade Fee ($)

Preliminary Grade First Grade

62 65

Second Grade 65 Third Grade 74 Fourth Grade 74 Fifth Grade 80 Sixth Grade 80 Seventh Grade 91 Eighth Grade Associate Perf

108 192

Licentiate Perf 287

Viola

(2006 – Old Syllabus)

No Preliminary Grade 0591 First Grade0592 Second Grade0593 Third Grade0594 Fourth Grade0595 Fifth Grade0596 Sixth Grade0597 Seventh Grade0598 Eighth Grade0599 Associate Perf0600 Licentiate Perf

Double Bass

0737 Preliminary 0748 First Grade0749 Second Grade0750 Third Grade0751 Fourth Grade0752 Fifth Grade0753 Sixth Grade0754 Seventh Grade0755 Eighth Grade0756 Associate Perf0757 Licentiate Perf

Classical Guitar

0649 Preliminary 0641 First Grade0642 Second Grade 0643 Third Grade 0644 Fourth Grade 0645 Fifth Grade 0646 Sixth Grade 0647 Seventh Grade 0648 Eighth Grade0713 Associate Perf 0714 Licentiate Perf

Viola

(2007 – New Syllabus)


Harp

No Preliminary Grade 0231 First Grade 0232 Second Grade 0233 Third Grade 0234 Fourth Grade0235 Fifth Grade 0236 Sixth Grade 0237 Seventh Grade 0238 Eighth Grade 0239 Associate Perf 0249 Licentiate Perf

Cello (Violoncello)


Violin

1800 Preliminary 1801 First Grade 1802 Second Grade 1803 Third Grade 1804 Fourth Grade 1805 Fifth Grade 1806 Sixth Grade 1807 Seventh Grade 1808 Eighth Grade 1809 Associate Perf 1810 Licentiate Perf



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Wind Instruments

Fees are as follows for all Wind Piccolo Clarinet

Instrument Codes (except ‘For 0672 First Grade (2009 – New Syllabus) Leisure’ subjects): 0673 Second Grade 1940 Preliminary

Grade

Preliminary Grade First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf

Fee ($)

62 65 65 74 74 80 80 91

108 192

0674 0174

Flute

0571 0572 0573 0574 0575 0576 0767 0768

Third Grade Fourth Grade

First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade

1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1946 1947 1948 1949 1950 1951

First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Certificate Perf Associate Perf Licentiate Perf

Licentiate Perf 287 0769 Associate Perf Saxophone 0770 Licentiate Perf (2008 – Old Syllabus)

Recorder Oboe 0161 First Grade

0601 0602 0603 0604 0605 0606 0607 0608 0609

First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf

1121 1122 1123 1124 1125 1126 1127 1128 1129

First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf

0162 0163 0164 0165 0166 0167 0168 0169 0179

Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade Fifth Grade Sixth Grade Seventh Grade Eighth Grade Associate Perf Licentiate Perf

0209 Licentiate Perf 1130 Licentiate Perf Saxophone

Bassoon Clarinet (2009 – New Syllabus)

0308 First Grade (2008 – Old Syllabus) 1961 First Grade 0309 Second Grade 0621 First Grade 1962 Second Grade 0383 Third Grade 0622 Second Grade 1963 Third Grade 0384 Fourth Grade 0623 Third Grade 1964 Fourth Grade 0385 Fifth Grade 0624 Fourth Grade 1965 Fifth Grade 0386 Sixth Grade 0625 Fifth Grade 1966 Sixth Grade 0387 Seventh Grade 0626 Sixth Grade 1967 Seventh Grade 0388 Eighth Grade 0627 Seventh Grade 1968 Eighth Grade 0389 Associate Perf 0628 Eighth Grade 1969 Certificate Perf 0399 Licentiate Perf 0629 Associate Perf 1970 Associate Perf

0339 Licentiate Perf 1971 Licentiate Perf


Wind Instruments (continued)

Saxophone for Leisure Fee ($)


Brass Instruments

Fees are as follows for all Brass Instrument Codes:

Grade Fee ($)

Preliminary Grade 62 First Grade 65 Second Grade 65 Third Grade 74 Fourth Grade 74 Fifth Grade 80 Sixth Grade 80 Seventh Grade 91 Eighth Grade 108 Associate Perf 192 Licentiate Perf 287

French Horn

0931 First Grade 0932 Second Grade 0933 Third Grade 0934 Fourth Grade 0935 Fifth Grade 0936 Sixth Grade 0937 Seventh Grade 0938 Eighth Grade 0939 Associate Perf 0940 Licentiate Perf

Trumpet Euphonium

0921 First Grade 0842 First Grade 0922 Second Grade 0843 Second Grade 0923 Third Grade 0844 Third Grade 0924 Fourth Grade 0845 Fourth Grade 0925 Fifth Grade 0851 Fifth Grade 0926 Sixth Grade 0852 Sixth Grade 0927 Seventh Grade 0853 Seventh Grade 0928 Eighth Grade 0854 Eighth Grade 0929 Associate Perf 0855 Associate Perf 0930 Licentiate Perf 0856 Licentiate Perf

Trombone Tuba

0941 First Grade 0951 First Grade 0942 Second Grade 0952 Second Grade 0943 Third Grade 0953 Third Grade 0944 Fourth Grade 0954 Fourth Grade 0945 Fifth Grade 0955 Fifth Grade 0946 Sixth Grade 0956 Sixth Grade 0947 Seventh Grade 0957 Seventh Grade 0948 Eighth Grade 0958 Eighth Grade 0949 Associate Perf 0959 Associate Perf 0950 Licentiate Perf 0960 Licentiate Perf

Bass Trombone

1165 Fifth Grade 1166 Sixth Grade 1167 Seventh Grade 1168 Eighth Grade


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Band Instruments

Fees are as follows for all E flat Tenor Horn B flat and F Trombone

Band Instrument Codes: 1031 First Grade 1061 First Grade

Grade Fee ($) 1032 Second Grade 1033 Third Grade

1062 Second Grade 1063 Third Grade

Preliminary Grade 62 1034 Fourth Grade 1064 Fourth Grade First Grade 65 1035 Fifth Grade 1065 Fifth Grade

Second Grade 65 1036 Sixth Grade 1066 Sixth Grade

Third Grade 74 1037 Seventh Grade 1067 Seventh Grade

Fourth Grade 74 Fifth Grade 80 Sixth Grade 80

1038 Eighth Grade 1039 Associate Perf 1040 Licentiate Perf

1068 Eighth Grade 1069 Associate Perf 1070 Licentiate Perf

Seventh Grade 91 B flat Baritone E flat Bass Tuba Eighth Grade 108 1041 First Grade 1081 First Grade Associate Perf 192 1042 Second Grade 1082 Second Grade Licentiate Perf 287 1043 Third Grade 1083 Third Grade

1044 Fourth Grade 1084 Fourth Grade 1045 Fifth Grade 1085 Fifth Grade

E flat Soprano Cornet 1046 Sixth Grade 1047 Seventh Grade

1086 Sixth Grade 1087 Seventh Grade

1001 First Grade 1048 Eighth Grade 1088 Eighth Grade 1002 Second Grade 1049 Associate Perf 1089 Associate Perf 1003 Third Grade 1050 Licentiate Perf 1090 Licentiate Perf 1004 Fourth Grade 1005 Fifth Grade B flat Euphonium B flat Bass Tuba 1006 Sixth Grade 1071 First Grade 1091 First Grade 1007 Seventh Grade 1072 Second Grade 1092 Second Grade 1008 Eighth Grade 1073 Third Grade 1093 Third Grade 1009 Associate Perf 1074 Fourth Grade 1094 Fourth Grade 1010 Licentiate Perf 1075 Fifth Grade 1095 Fifth Grade

B Flat Cornet 1076 Sixth Grade 1077 Seventh Grade

1096 Sixth Grade 1097 Seventh Grade

1011 First Grade 1078 Eighth Grade 1098 Eighth Grade 1012 Second Grade 1079 Associate Perf 1099 Associate Perf 1013 Third Grade 1080 Licentiate Perf 1100 Licentiate Perf 1014 Fourth Grade 1015 Fifth Grade C Tuba Bass Trombone 1016 Sixth Grade 1101 First Grade 1111 First Grade 1017 Seventh Grade 1102 Second Grade 1112 Second Grade 1018 Eighth Grade 1103 Third Grade 1113 Third Grade 1019 Associate Perf 1104 Fourth Grade 1114 Fourth Grade 1020 Licentiate Perf

B flat Flugel Horn B flat Tenor Trombone

1051 First Grade Candidates above Fourth Grade, please see relevant

1021 First Grade 1052 Second Grade brass instruments section. 1022 Second Grade 1053 Third Grade 1023 Third Grade 1054 Fourth Grade 1024 Fourth Grade 1055 Fifth Grade 1025 Fifth Grade 1056 Sixth Grade 1026 Sixth Grade 1057 Seventh Grade 1027 Seventh Grade 1058 Eighth Grade 1028 Eighth Grade 1059 Associate Perf 1029 Associate Perf 1060 Licentiate Perf 1030 Licentiate Perf


Other Categories

Singing Fee ($)

0962 Second Grade 65 0963 Third Grade 74 0964 Fourth Grade 74 0965 Fifth Grade 80 0966 Sixth Grade 80 0967 Seventh Grade 91 0968 Eighth Grade 108 0969 Associate Perf 191 0970 Licentiate Perf 287

Percussion Fee ($)

0251 First Grade 75 0252 Second Grade 75 0253 Third Grade 82 0254 Fourth Grade 82 0255 Fifth Grade 86 0256 Sixth Grade 86 0257 Seventh Grade 96 0258 Eighth Grade 111

Singing for Leisure Fee ($)


Fellowship of Music Australia (FMusA) Fee ($)

9999 670

(All Instruments – please specify on enrolment form.)

Contemporary Popular Music (CPM)

Keyboard Fee ($)

9120 9121

Preliminary First Grade

67 75

9122 Second Grade 75 9123 Third Grade 82 9124 Fourth Grade 82 9125 Fifth Grade 86 9126 Sixth Grade 86 9127 Seventh Grade 96 9128 9129

Eighth Grade Certificate Perf

111 125

Drum Kit Fee ($)

9301 Advancing Step 1 100 9302 Advancing Step 2 100 9303 Advancing Step 3 100 9304 Advancing Step 4 100

Guitar Fee ($)


Bass Fee ($)


Vocal Fee ($)



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Subject Codes and Fees – Speech & Drama

Written Examinations

Speech and Performance Theory Fee ($)

1661 First Grade 61 1662 Second Grade 61 1663 Third Grade 66 1664 Fourth Grade 66 1665 Fifth Grade 70 1666 Sixth Grade 70 1667 Seventh Grade 98

Diploma Examinations

Speech and Drama Performing Diplomas Fee ($)

0813 ASDA Section I, Practical 192 0015 ASDA Section II, Written 100 1930 ADPA Section I, Practical 192 1931 ADPA Section II, Written 100 0825 LSDA Section I, Practical 287 0016 LSDA Section II, Written 111 0017 LSDA Section III, Dissertation 111 1934 LDPA Section I, Practical 287 1935 LDPA Section II, Written 111 1936 LDPA Section III Dissertation 111 9991 Fellowship (FSDA) 670

Speech and Drama Teaching Diplomas Fee ($)

0123 ASDA Section I, Practical 192 0124 ASDA Section II, Written 100 1932 ADPA Section I, Practical 192 1933 ADPA Section II, Written 100 0125 LSDA Section I, Practical 287 0126 LSDA Section II, Written 111 0127 LSDA Section III, Dissertation 111 1937 LDPA Section I, Practical 287 1938 LDPA Section II, Written 111 1939 LDPA Section III, Dissertation 111

Voice and Communication Diplomas Fee ($)

1910 APCA Section I, Practical 192 1911 APCA Section II, Folio 100


Subject Codes and Fees – Speech & Drama (continued)

Practical Examinations Voice and Communication Fee ($)

1900 Preliminary 58 1901 First Grade 64 1902 Second Grade 641903 Third Grade 731904 Fourth Grade 731905 Fifth Grade 771906 Sixth Grade 771907 Seventh Grade 821908 Eighth Grade 951909 Certificate (CVCA) 1251910 Assoc. (APCA) Sect I (Prac) 192

Speech and Drama Fee ($)

0900 Introductory 57 0650 Elementary 570651 Preliminary 640652 First Grade 67 0653 Second Grade 67 0654 Third Grade 76 0655 Fourth Grade 76 0657 Fifth Grade 84 0659 Sixth Grade 84 0661 Seventh Grade 91

Drama and Communication Fee ($)

(Group Examination – only one entry per group) 0197 Introductory 770191 First Grade 820192 Second Grade 820193 Third Grade 880194 Fourth Grade 880195 Fifth Grade 990196 Sixth Grade 110

Drama and Performance Fee ($)

1920 Preliminary 621921 First Grade 65 1922 Second Grade 65 1923 Third Grade 74 1924 Fourth Grade 74 1925 Fifth Grade 80 1926 Sixth Grade 80 1927 Seventh Grade 82 1928 Eighth Grade 95 1929 Certificate (CDPA) 125

Speech in Action Fee ($)

0582 Preparatory 1 56 0663 Preparatory 2 56 0664 Preparatory 3 58 0665 Level One 64 0666 Level Two 64 0667 Level Three 67 0668 Level Four 67 0669 Level Five 74 0670 Level Six 74 0671 Level Seven 82 0891 Certificate (CSCA) 125

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Summary of Fees and Charges All prices quoted in this handbook include GST unless stated otherwise.

Service Cost

Change of Teacher $55

Dishonoured Credit Card/Cheque Payment $15 (incl bank fees)

Enrolment Withdrawals/Refunds Various

Examination Fees Various

Incomplete certification or teacher details on Enrolment Form $5 per form

*Late Enrolment Fees: Up to one week late $10 per enrolment per candidate

More than one week late $55 per enrolment per candidate

Provisional Enrolments – Written Examinations $20

Reassessment of Written Papers $50

Resources: Syllabuses, Theory Papers, Teaching Aids, Certificates, etc Various

Special Requests (no charge if attached to or accompanying enrolment form) $22

Transfer Fees before scheduled (where applicable) $55 per enrolment per candidate

Transfer Fees after scheduled Level 1: $55 per enrolment per candidate

Level 2 & 3: $66 per enrolment per candidate

Viewing Music Craft papers $10

* GST does not apply


Resources available from AMEB (NSW)

Payment for the following AMEB resources may be made by cash, cheque, money order or credit card. Credit facilities (Mastercard and Visa only) are also available by phone or fax order for orders over $10.

ITEM COST (INCL. GST) POSTAGE & HANDLING

2009 Manuals of Syllabuses

2009 Music Syllabuses $14.50 $5.50

2009–2010 Speech and Drama Syllabuses $13.50 $2.00

CPM Syllabus $5.50 $2.00 Or free download from: www.ameb.nsw.edu.au

Other Publications

2009 Teachers’ Handbook

The handbook contains essential information on policies and examination procedures for the AMEB examination system in NSW.

Available FREE from office (also available on website) www.ameb.nsw.edu.au

Knowing the Score

This publication provides an outline of the AMEB examination system and helpful hints for candidates and their parents.

$5.00 $2.00

Or free download from www.ameb.nsw.edu.au

Piano Works for Small Hands

This booklet contains a selection of material suitable for candidates with small hands.

$5.00 $2.00

Vocal Booklet – Suggested Own Choice Songs

A list of musicals and excerpts from musicals suitable for use in AMEB examinations.

$5.00 $2.00

Or free download from www.ameb.nsw.edu.au

Past Examination Papers

Past Theory of Music, Musicianship and Music Craft papers.

Available while stocks last. Download Order form: www.ameb.nsw.edu.au/publications

Musicianship CDs and Aural papers.

Available for Grade 4 only. Other grades are not available due to copyright laws.

Music Craft CDs and Aural papers

$2.50 per paper

$10.00 per set

$10.00 per set

$2.00

$2.00

$2.00

Speech and Performance Theory shell papers

may be downloaded free of charge from the AMEB federal office website: www.ameb.edu.au

$2.50 per paper

if downloaded and posted by the AMEB (NSW)

$2.00

Certificates and Results Records

Letter of attainment $11.00 per candidate No Charge

Duplicate or replacement certificate $27.50 per certificate No Charge

Duplicate certificate (archive retrieval) $37.50 per certificate No Charge

Record of Teachers’ Candidates’ Results (1988 onwards) $11.00 No Charge

Additional Certificates (Group Examinations) $11.00 per certificate No Charge

Ameb Teachers Handbook 2009

Documents

Transcript of Ameb Teachers Handbook 2009