The Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) offers nationally recognised exams for instrumental and vocal students. These exams provide clear goals, structured progression, and performance experience that builds confidence and technical skill. Whether your child is preparing for a future in music or learning for personal enjoyment, AMEB exams are a valuable way to mark their progress.
Candidates may choose to sit a face-to-face Comprehensive or Repertoire exam, or submit a Video Repertoire exam if they prefer a recorded performance assessment.
Face-to-face AMEB exams provide students with the opportunity to perform in person for an examiner in a formal, supportive setting. These
exams allow for full assessment of technical work, musicianship skills, and performance, and are held only once each year at the
Conservatorium.
Monday, 10 to Friday, 14 August
Families must complete the online enrolment form, then contact the Conservatorium Office to finalise payment. Enrolments close at 9 am on Monday, 26 April (end of Week 1, Term 2). Late entries cannot be accepted.
The 2026 face-to-face exam session will run from Monday, 10 to Friday, 14 August. Most instruments require piano accompaniment (except Piano, Organ, and Guitar). Accompanists are allocated by the Conservatorium, with rehearsal and performance fees billed separately. Students must use original sheet music (no photocopies).
If a student needs to withdraw, a 50% refund is available until Monday, 1 June. No refunds are available
after this date.
Video Repertoire exams allow students to submit a recorded performance instead of attending an in-person examination. These exams assess performance
only
(no scales, sight-reading, or aural tests) and are available for P Plate to Grade 8 Repertoire and Rockschool exams. Video
exams are not available for Certificate of Performance or Diploma levels.
Video repertoire exams have a much more flexible exam window. They're open for the majority of the year.
| Exam session |
Enrolment dates |
Video submission due* |
Late enrolments |
| Session 1 |
28 January to 5 June |
Within 14 days of enrolment |
Not accepted |
| Session 2 |
29 July to 28 September | Within 14 days of enrolment |
Close 12 October ($65 fee) |
Families complete the online enrolment form, then contact the Conservatorium Office to finalise payment. Enrolments must be submitted
before the relevant closing date. Late entries are only accepted in Session 2 with a $65 fee.
Most instruments require piano accompaniment (except Piano, Organ, and Guitar). Accompanists are allocated by the Conservatorium, with rehearsal and performance fees applying. Students must use original sheet music.
Completed video performances must be emailed to admin@thecon.com.au within 14 days of enrolment to allow time for uploading to AMEB. Families must carefully follow AMEB’s recording and submission guidelines before filming.
If a student withdraws before the video submission deadline, a refund of the exam fee (excluding any late fees) will be issued, less a $36 administration fee.
Face-to-face exam enrolments due 9 am on Monday, 27 April
Video session 1 enrolments close Friday, 5 June
Video session 2 enrolments close Monday, 28 September
For more information, speak to your teacher at your lesson or contact our Program Manager, Todd Power
Begin planning for an exam in 2027 by attending our free AMEB Info Night webinar on Monday, 9 November 2026.
The AMEB have put together a helpful guide for recording your Video Repertoire exam. Read more on their website