AMEB WA

03/09/2026

AMEB WA is proud to be sponsoring The Speech and Drama Teachers Association of Western Australia (SDTAWA) in presenting a professional development opportunity.

Limited spots are available to speech and/or drama teachers to join multi-disciplinary Perth artist and educator Asha Cluer for a practical session exploring vocal and physical warm-ups, plus improvisation for soloists and small groups.

📅 Sunday 20 September
🕙 10am–12pm
📍 Anne Hairsine Studio, Perth College

Limited spots available!

For more information contact Emily Verstegen at [email protected] or visit sdtawa.com.au

02/09/2026

🎓 Year 12 students: WACE deadline approaching!

Did you know eligible AMEB exams can contribute towards your WA Certificate of Education (WACE)?

If you’re in Year 12 and want your AMEB achievement to count towards your WACE, you need to have completed an eligible exam by 1 October 2026.

Find out which exams are eligible and how to submit your results at tinyurl.com/AMEBWACE

Don’t miss the opportunity to have your musical achievements recognised as part of your WACE!

30/08/2026

A fantastic recognition for Associate Professor Ashley Smith, AMEB WA State Chair, who has joined the Backun Artists family!

Ashley is an internationally recognised clarinet soloist, recitalist, chamber musician and educator, and we are very fortunate to have his expertise and leadership as part of the AMEB WA community.

Please join us in welcoming Ashley Smith, clarinet soloist, recitalist, avid chamber musician, and Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia, to the family of Backun Artists!

"At this stage of my career, I’ve decided it’s time to make life easy: to focus less on the instrument itself, and more on sound, colour and musical intention." - Ashley on Backun Clarinets

Visit our website to learn more about Ashley: https://backunmusical.com/blogs/artists/ashley-smith

27/08/2026

Join Dr Gaby Gunders, Senior Syllabus Advisor and Chief Examiner for AMEB WA, for a practical workshop exploring how teachers and parents can help students develop positive practice habits, build confidence and get more from performance opportunities.

Drawing on her experience as a teacher, examiner and musician, Gaby will share practical strategies for:

• effective exam and performance preparation
• developing productive practice habits
• keeping students motivated and engaged
• building confidence, resilience and performance skills
• making the transition from the practice room to performance

Ideal for instrumental and vocal teachers, and parents supporting young musicians.

📍 Geraldton Adventist Church, 8 Milford Street, Geraldton
📅 Tuesday 15 September 2026 | 5pm

FREE EVENT | PD certificates available for teachers.

To register, email [email protected]

26/08/2026

We were thrilled to see Aaron Wyatt recognised at the APRA AMCOS 2026 Art Music Awards as Music Technologist for Dark Oceanography (composed by Kate Milligan), winner of Work of the Year: Electroacoustic/Sound Art.

Originally from Perth, Aaron is a violist, composer, conductor and music technologist with longstanding connections to WA’s music community.

Aaron also has a special connection to AMEB as one of four composers selected for the inaugural AMEB First Nations Composers Program, creating four new works across a range of instruments and grade levels and helping to bring more music by First Nations composers into AMEB repertoire.

Congratulations to Aaron and the entire Dark Oceanography team on this fantastic national recognition!

📸 Rcstills via APRA AMCOS

25/08/2026

24/08/2026

New to Rockschool or Stageschool?

The 'Get Started' page is the perfect place to begin. Find out how the exams work, explore the different pathways available, and access helpful resources to get you started with confidence.

Whether you're a student, parent or teacher, it's an easy introduction to everything Rockschool and Stageschool.

Start your Rockschool journey today: ameb.edu.au/rockschool-get-started

20/08/2026

We love reading these!

Congratulations on your AMEB results and these other incredible achievements Jimmy!

What a superstar!

Celebrating Jimmy's Outstanding Achievements 🎻📚🌟

At Perth Modern School, we love celebrating students who pursue excellence across a range of passions, and Jimmy L in Year 8 is a wonderful example of what can be achieved through dedication, discipline and perseverance.

Following his AMEB Grade 8 and Gold Award last year, Jimmy has continued to challenge himself, recently achieving an A Grade in AMEB Theory of Music Grade 5 and an A Grade in the AMEB Certificate of Performance for violin. These accomplishments reflect countless hours of practice and a genuine commitment to developing his musical talents.

Jimmy's achievements extend well beyond music. Earlier this year, he attended the Australian Training Tournament (ATT) at UWA, earning a High Distinction amongst some of Australia's top-performing mathematics students. He has also achieved a High Distinction in the Big Science Competition and placed in the top 1% nationally in the Australian Geography Competition.

What makes these achievements particularly remarkable is the dedication required to balance them alongside a demanding schedule. In Semester 1, Jimmy participated in six school ensembles, maintained straight A grades across all subjects, continued mathematics Olympiad training at UWA, competed in a range of mathematics competitions, and remained actively involved in sport, including Cross Country, badminton and table tennis.

Jimmy's success is a testament to the power of hard work, commitment and a willingness to embrace every opportunity. We congratulate him on these outstanding accomplishments and look forward to seeing what he achieves next.

Well done, Jimmy! We are incredibly proud of you. 👏

17/08/2026

At AMEB WA, we want your child's exam day to run smoothly from start to finish. More afternoon, evening, and school holiday exam slots are now available so you can:

- Keep weekends free for family, sport, and other activities
- Avoid timetable clashes during school term
- Enjoy a calm, unhurried lead-up to the exam

13/08/2026

Every AMEB exam is an opportunity to measure your progress and work towards a recognised qualification.

Whether it's your first exam or your final diploma, every pass reflects the time, preparation and commitment you've put into developing your skills.

An AMEB qualification:
🎵 Recognises your achievement
🎵 Marks an important milestone in your learning
🎵 Can be included on resumes, school and university applications
🎵 Provides a solid foundation for your next musical goal

No matter the grade, completing an AMEB exam is an achievement worth acknowledging.

Congratulations to everyone continuing their performing arts journey this year.