TL;DR
For AMEB preparation, look for a teacher with experience on your child’s instrument and grade. The teachers below offer AMEB preparation, syllabus teaching, theory support or assessment expertise across Sydney. Ask which exam format the teacher recommends, what practical and theory work it includes, and how lessons will fit around school.
Looking for AMEB music lessons in Sydney for your child? Start with a teacher who regularly prepares students for the exam on the instrument your child wants to learn. The right teacher should be able to explain the current syllabus, build the exam skills into ordinary lessons, and set a practice routine your child can manage alongside school.
Sydney Music Lessons offers one-to-one tuition in piano, cello, guitar, clarinet and other instruments. For the theory part of your child’s exam pathway, explore our AMEB music theory lessons in Sydney alongside practical lessons.
How Can We Help Your Child Prepare For AMEB?
Our one-to-one lessons let us focus preparation on your child’s instrument, exam pathway and learning habits. We can provide the following support, from finding the right teacher to a focused rehearsal before exam day.
Your AMEB Preparation Checklist With Sydney Music Lessons
- Match the teacher to the exam and the child. We use your child’s instrument, playing level, age, suburb and goals to identify suitable teachers, then consider teaching style, schedule and budget. Our network includes practical exam tutors, theory teachers and a brass teacher with AMEB adjudication experience.
- Build a syllabus map. We can help select the grade and exam format, check the syllabus for the intended exam year, and map the required repertoire, technical work and supporting tests. For Comprehensive exams, this means preparing the required aural, sight-reading and general knowledge work alongside the pieces. For Repertoire exams, preparation centres on the complete performance programme.
- Find and work on the gaps. Through individual assessment and feedback, we can target uneven scales, insecure rhythm, difficult transitions, tone or intonation, and the supporting skills required by the syllabus. We can also provide theory tuition for the relevant AMEB pathway. Leah’s teaching spans repertoire, technique, aural skills, sight-reading and general knowledge; Janet provides AMEB theory tuition and mock exams.
- Make home practice specific. We can turn lesson feedback into a manageable weekly plan: the passage to practise, the tempo or technique to focus on, and what a successful attempt sounds like. Luka’s background in Psychology and Neuroscience informs his focus on attention, muscle memory and habit formation. This helps us make preparation workable around school rather than relying on vague instructions to “practise more”.
- Rehearse the exam experience. We can provide mock exam practice, uninterrupted run-throughs and feedback on the areas that still need attention. Preparation can include starting confidently, recovering from a mistake and answering general knowledge questions where required. Our teachers also bring practical performance opportunities: Keyna organises student concerts and Andrew hosts regular recitals.
- Check the final details. We can review readiness, score markings, programme order and any accompaniment requirements, and help prepare for the chosen in-person or video format. We can guide video candidates through a recording rehearsal using AMEB NSW’s preparation guidance, so practical arrangements are addressed before submission day.
Sydney Music Lessons brings instrumental tuition and music theory lessons in Sydney together through one service. A child can receive instrumental preparation, focused theory support and teaching that suits their personality, with clear priorities at each stage.
Which AMEB Music Teachers Could I Find In Sydney?
The teachers below are grouped by Sydney area, with each teacher’s suburb, instruments and listed fee shown in their introduction. Their experience includes practical exam preparation, AMEB syllabus teaching, theory tuition and adjudication. Choose the experience that matches your child’s pathway.
Find AMEB Teachers By Sydney Area
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Inner City
Alexey｜Surry Hills｜Piano and theory
Best to ask about: Advanced AMEB piano preparation with musical structure and interpretation.
Alexey holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Juilliard and has more than 29 years of teaching experience. A parent review reports that her twin daughters passed AMEB Grade 8 under his guidance, highlighting his emphasis on harmony, structure and style.
Current listed rate: $120/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Surry Hills
Teaches: Piano and theory
Lesson format: Travels to students’ homes
Read Alexey’s teacher profile.
Kristina｜Glebe｜Saxophone, piano, flute, composition and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB study that combines instrumental skills with musical understanding.
Kristina teaches students working towards AMEB exams alongside those exploring popular music and improvisation. Her composition degrees from the Sydney Conservatorium and University of Bristol support lessons that connect technique, theory and the music a child enjoys.
Current listed rate: $120/hour (saxophone listing) (saxophone lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Glebe
Teaches: Saxophone, piano, flute, composition and theory
Read Kristina’s teacher profile.
Inner West
Benjamin｜Marrickville｜Clarinet, saxophone, flute, piano, Logic Pro, composition and theory
Best to ask about: Structured examination study alongside school music and musicianship.
Benjamin has more than ten years of experience teaching children and young people. His profile describes preparation for AMEB-style examinations, with individual lessons covering technique, musicality, theory and composition alongside school performance goals.
Current listed rate: $110/hour (clarinet listing) (clarinet lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Marrickville
Teaches: Clarinet, saxophone, flute, piano, Logic Pro, composition and theory
Read Benjamin’s teacher profile.
Gizelle｜Burwood｜Violin, piano and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB syllabus tuition with strong foundations for younger learners.
Gizelle uses the AMEB syllabus and Suzuki methods in lessons tailored to the student. With more than eight years of teaching and performing experience, she combines technical foundations with encouragement and creative work for children and adults.
Current listed rate: $80/hour (violin listing) (violin lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Burwood
Teaches: Violin, piano and theory
Lesson format: Studio lessons
Read Gizelle’s teacher profile.
Keyna｜Ashbury｜Flute, piano, theory and composition
Best to ask about: Exam preparation with regular opportunities to perform.
Keyna has 25 years of teaching experience, with students taking AMEB and other music board exams. Her Ashbury studio offers a grand piano, online and face-to-face lessons, and regular student concerts that give children performance experience beyond their weekly lesson.
Current listed rate: $110/hour (flute listing) (flute lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Ashbury
Teaches: Flute, piano, theory and composition
Lesson format: Home studio and online
Read Keyna’s teacher profile.
Reede｜Haberfield｜Classical, acoustic, electric and bass guitar, and ukulele
Best to ask about: AMEB classical guitar preparation and music reading.
Reede specialises in classical guitar and supports AMEB exam preparation. His profile includes a parent account of a nine-year-old progressing from beginner to a successful Preliminary AMEB exam. Lessons emphasise technique, reading and a clear progression through repertoire.
Current listed rate: $110/hour (guitar listing) (guitar lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Haberfield
Teaches: Classical, acoustic, electric and bass guitar, and ukulele
Read Reede’s teacher profile.
Simon｜Croydon｜Trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba and theory
Best to ask about: Brass exam preparation informed by AMEB adjudication experience.
Simon has more than 40 years of teaching and performance experience and has worked as an AMEB brass adjudicator. He combines breath control, embouchure and tone development with theory, ear training and sight-reading, bringing an assessment perspective to brass tuition.
Current listed rate: $140/hour (trumpet listing) (trumpet lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Croydon
Teaches: Trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba and theory
Read Simon’s teacher profile.
Vladimir｜Croydon｜Cello, guitar, theory and composition
Best to ask about: AMEB preparation for your child’s instrument and grade, and whether theory can be included.
Vladimir’s profile says he has successfully prepared students for AMEB exams. He teaches cello, guitar, music theory and composition, and has a performance degree in cello from the Moscow State Music College named after F. Chopin. His broader teaching subjects may suit a child who wants to connect instrumental study with theory or composition.
Current listed rate: $90/hour (cello listing) (cello lessons in Sydney)
Location: Croydon, as listed on the cello lessons page
Teaches: Cello, guitar, music theory and composition
Lesson format: Confirm when enquiring
Read Vladimir’s teacher profile and confirm his experience with the child’s instrument, grade and preferred exam format.
Eastern Suburbs
Andrew｜Bondi Junction｜Piano, guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, singing, composition and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB preparation from Preliminary to Grade 8.
Andrew has more than 15 years of teaching experience and prepares students for AMEB exams from Preliminary to Grade 8. He incorporates technology and regular recitals, combining structured exam work with the performance experience children need to feel comfortable playing for others.
Current listed rate: $130/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Bondi Junction
Teaches: Piano, guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, singing, composition and theory
Read Andrew’s teacher profile.
Jacob｜Maroubra｜Cello and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB cello preparation with technique and expressive playing.
Jacob teaches children through to adults and prepares students for AMEB exams, auditions and performances. He has more than three years of teaching experience and a cello Certificate of Performance with High Distinction, with lessons focused on technique, confidence and musical expression.
Current listed rate: $100/hour (cello listing) (cello lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Maroubra
Teaches: Cello and theory
Read Jacob’s teacher profile.
Leila｜Queens Park｜Flute and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB flute preparation alongside school ensemble playing.
Leila teaches students preparing for AMEB exams and playing in school ensembles. Her private and school teaching experience supports lessons focused on good habits, technical foundations and confidence, with the pace shaped around each student’s goals.
Current listed rate: $110/hour (flute listing) (flute lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Queens Park
Teaches: Flute and theory
Read Leila’s teacher profile.
Starla｜Maroubra｜Clarinet and piano
Best to ask about: Online AMEB preparation for clarinet and piano.
Starla works with students on AMEB examination pieces through personalised online lessons. She holds an AMusA with Distinction in clarinet and High Distinction in Grade 8 piano, and combines clear demonstrations with constructive feedback on technique and musicianship.
Current listed rate: $65/hour (clarinet listing) (clarinet lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Maroubra
Teaches: Clarinet and piano
Lesson format: Online
Read Starla’s teacher profile.
North Shore And Hornsby
Andrea｜Crows Nest｜Piano, theory and composition
Best to ask about: AMEB piano preparation for your child’s grade, including technique, sight-reading and theory.
Andrea has taught piano privately since 2018 and his profile says he has prepared students for AMEB examinations at different levels. He also teaches music theory and composition, and works with students from young beginners to advanced adult learners. His profile lists piano technique, harmony, interpretation and sight-reading among his teaching areas.
Current listed rate: $65/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Crows Nest
Teaches: Piano, music theory and composition
Lesson format: Confirm when enquiring
Read Andrea’s teacher profile and ask which piano grades and formats he currently prepares students for.
Andres｜Hornsby｜Clarinet, saxophone and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB preparation for clarinet or saxophone, including the exam level and online lesson setup.
Andres has 13 years of teaching experience, performs on clarinet and saxophone, and his profile describes strong experience preparing students for AMEB and ABRSM exams. He teaches online and works with students from beginner to advanced levels.
Current listed rate: $70/hour (saxophone listing) (saxophone lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Hornsby, as listed in the teacher directory
Teaches: Clarinet, saxophone and music theory
Lesson format: Online
Read Andres’s teacher profile and ask how he structures online lessons for your child’s age and current level.
Craig｜Gordon｜Drums, percussion and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB preparation with reading, rudiments and performance skills.
Craig has 30 years of playing and teaching experience, including extensive AMEB preparation. His lessons use clear systems for reading, rudiments, time feel and technique, drawing on teaching experience at UNSW and the Australian Institute of Music.
Current listed rate: $90/hour (drums listing) (drum lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Gordon
Teaches: Drums, percussion and theory
Read Craig’s teacher profile.
Emily｜Wahroonga｜Oboe, bassoon, composition and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB woodwind preparation with technical control and musical expression.
Emily works with students preparing for AMEB exams, school bands and auditions. She holds AMusA diplomas in both oboe and bassoon and builds lessons around strong technique, confident playing and understanding the music.
Current listed rate: $100/hour (oboe listing) (oboe lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Wahroonga
Teaches: Oboe, bassoon, composition and theory
Read Emily’s teacher profile.
Lucinda｜Kurraba Point｜Recorder, piano and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB recorder study with breathing, fingering and tonguing foundations.
Lucinda offers an AMEB learning programme and specialises in helping young children build confidence on recorder. Her lessons combine breathing, fingering and tonguing exercises with repertoire and foundational theory, using a pace that keeps beginners engaged.
Current listed rate: $70/hour (recorder listing) (recorder lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Kurraba Point
Teaches: Recorder, piano and theory
Read Lucinda’s teacher profile.
Olivia｜South Turramurra｜Flute, piccolo and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB flute preparation for beginner to intermediate students.
Olivia prepares beginner to intermediate flute students for AMEB exams. She holds an AMusA in flute and a Certificate of Performance with High Distinction, and uses individualised lessons to develop consistent technique and confidence.
Current listed rate: $80/hour (flute listing) (flute lessons in Sydney)
Based in: South Turramurra
Teaches: Flute, piccolo and theory
Read Olivia’s teacher profile.
Ryde And Northern Districts
Jun｜North Ryde｜Clarinet, piano, composition and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB preparation with practical playing and theory together.
Jun teaches students preparing for AMEB exams and those developing theory and composition skills. He holds an AMusA in clarinet and ranked first in NSW for HSC Music 2 and Music Extension, bringing strong practical and academic musicianship to lessons.
Current listed rate: $90/hour (clarinet listing) (clarinet lessons in Sydney)
Based in: North Ryde
Teaches: Clarinet, piano, composition and theory
Read Jun’s teacher profile.
Zoe｜Beecroft｜Piano and saxophone
Best to ask about: AMEB preparation through home lessons for children and school band students.
Zoe assists with AMEB preparation and school repertoire while studying Music Education at the Sydney Conservatorium. She travels to homes around Beecroft, Carlingford and Epping, with supportive, structured lessons particularly suited to beginners and school band students.
Current listed rate: $90/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Beecroft
Teaches: Piano and saxophone
Lesson format: Travels to students’ homes
Read Zoe’s teacher profile.
Hills District
Daniel｜West Pennant Hills｜Saxophone
Best to ask about: AMEB saxophone preparation with clear tasks between lessons.
Daniel prepares saxophone students for AMEB exams and holds a CMus with High Distinction. A parent review describes how he assessed their son’s level, discussed his goals and made each lesson’s practice priorities clear, a useful approach for a child’s first exam.
Current listed rate: $75/hour (saxophone listing) (saxophone lessons in Sydney)
Based in: West Pennant Hills
Teaches: Saxophone
Read Daniel’s teacher profile.
Terrence｜Castle Hill｜Clarinet and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB practical preparation for beginner clarinet students.
Terrence specialises in beginner clarinet tuition and supports AMEB practical exams, theory and school band music. His clear, encouraging lessons focus on tone, technique and confidence, helping young players build reliable foundations.
Current listed rate: $95/hour (clarinet listing) (clarinet lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Castle Hill
Teaches: Clarinet and theory
Read Terrence’s teacher profile.
Northern Beaches
Dr Denise｜Allambie Heights｜Piano and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB piano preparation with music literacy and independent learning.
Dr Denise has more than 30 years of teaching experience, a PhD in Education and accreditation with the Music Teachers’ Association of NSW. She prepares students for AMEB exams, integrating technique, theory, sight-reading and creative work into a progressive learning pathway.
Current listed rate: $160/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Allambie Heights
Teaches: Piano and theory
Read Dr Denise’s teacher profile.
St George
Frederick｜Riverwood｜Violin
Best to ask about: AMEB violin preparation for beginner to intermediate players.
Frederick has taught students aged five to 30, including AMEB candidates. He uses etudes and repertoire to develop control and musicianship, and also teaches in Mandarin. His approach suits children building the foundations for early and intermediate violin grades.
Current listed rate: $90/hour (violin listing) (violin lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Riverwood
Teaches: Violin
Read Frederick’s teacher profile.
Janet｜Bardwell Valley｜Piano, musicianship and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB theory and mock exams, and whether she currently prepares your child’s practical piano grade.
Janet teaches piano to children and adults, from beginners through to Grade 8. Her profile describes more than 20 years of teaching experience, AMEB and ABRSM theory tuition, mock exams and supervision of online theory exams in her Bardwell Valley studio. She also teaches composition and songwriting. The profile does not specify which AMEB practical piano grades she currently prepares, so ask about that directly if your child needs practical exam tuition.
Current listed rate: $120/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Bardwell Valley
Teaches: Piano, musicianship, theory, composition and songwriting
Lesson format: Confirm when enquiring
Read Janet’s teacher profile.
Josh｜Hurstville｜Piano, music production, composition and theory
Best to ask about: A child’s first AMEB piano exam with supportive preparation.
Josh is a Sydney Conservatorium composition graduate with more than three years of teaching experience. A parent review describes his patient preparation for their child’s first AMEB piano exam, which resulted in Honours. His lessons connect technique with musical understanding.
Current listed rate: $100/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Hurstville
Teaches: Piano, music production, composition and theory
Read Josh’s teacher profile.
Luka｜Kogarah｜Piano and saxophone
Best to ask about: AMEB preparation with effective practice habits and clear technical feedback.
Luka, the founder of Sydney Music Lessons, draws on more than ten years of private tutoring and a degree in Psychology and Neuroscience. His teaching explains what to practise, how and why. His profile reports A or A+ results for every AMEB exam his students have taken.
Current listed rate: $90/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Kogarah
Teaches: Piano and saxophone
Lesson format: Travels to students’ homes; flexible scheduling
Read Luka’s teacher profile.
Sutherland Shire
Paolo｜Miranda｜Accordion, piano, singing, composition and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB piano preparation with performance confidence.
Paolo has taught since 2006 and helps students prepare for AMEB examinations. His conservatory training in accordion, piano and voice brings a broad musical perspective to lessons, with a patient approach to technique, performance and creative exploration.
Current listed rate: $100/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Miranda
Teaches: Accordion, piano, singing, composition and theory
Read Paolo’s teacher profile.
Western Sydney
Fiona｜Rydalmere｜Piano and theory
Best to ask about: AMEB piano preparation with a patient, personalised approach.
Fiona has more than 15 years of teaching experience and students achieving results in AMEB exams. A Registered Music Therapist with a master’s degree in Creative Music Therapy, she combines technical foundations with patient, engaging teaching.
Current listed rate: $100/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Rydalmere
Teaches: Piano and theory
Read Fiona’s teacher profile.
Leah｜Newington｜Piano, theory and accompaniment
to ask about: AMEB piano preparation across all required musical skills.
Leah has more than 25 years of teaching experience and extensive AMEB preparation experience. Her lessons cover sight-reading, aural skills, general knowledge, technique and repertoire, giving children a balanced preparation beyond their exam pieces.
Current listed rate: $90/hour (piano listing) (piano lessons in Sydney)
Based in: Newington
Teaches: Piano, theory and accompaniment
Read Leah’s teacher profile.
If you’re not sure whether your area or suburb has a teacher offering AMEB exam preparation, contact us through the piano lessons in Sydney page. Tell us your child’s instrument, level and location, and we can help you find a suitable teacher.
The hourly fees below are the rates listed on the relevant instrument pages. Confirm your lesson length and current fee when enquiring.
Use this quick comparison to shortlist by instrument, exam experience, location and listed hourly rate.
| Teacher and instruments | AMEB experience | Area and format | Listed hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexey Piano and theory | Advanced AMEB piano preparation with musical structure and interpretation. | Inner City Surry Hills Travels to students’ homes | $120/hour (piano listing) |
| Kristina Saxophone, piano, flute, composition and theory | AMEB study that combines instrumental skills with musical understanding. | Inner City Glebe | $120/hour (saxophone listing) |
| Benjamin Clarinet, saxophone, flute, piano, Logic Pro, composition and theory | Structured examination study alongside school music and musicianship. | Inner West Marrickville | $110/hour (clarinet listing) |
| Gizelle Violin, piano and theory | AMEB syllabus tuition with strong foundations for younger learners. | Inner West Burwood Studio lessons | $80/hour (violin listing) |
| Keyna Flute, piano, theory and composition | Exam preparation with regular opportunities to perform. | Inner West Ashbury Home studio and online | $110/hour (flute listing) |
| Reede Classical, acoustic, electric and bass guitar, and ukulele | AMEB classical guitar preparation and music reading. | Inner West Haberfield | $110/hour (guitar listing) |
| Simon Trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba and theory | Brass exam preparation informed by AMEB adjudication experience. | Inner West Croydon | $140/hour (trumpet listing) |
| Vladimir Cello, guitar, theory and composition | Successful AMEB preparation; also teaches theory and composition. | Inner West Croydon | $90/hour (cello listing) |
| Andrew Piano, guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, singing, composition and theory | AMEB preparation from Preliminary to Grade 8. | Eastern Suburbs Bondi Junction | $130/hour (piano listing) |
| Jacob Cello and theory | AMEB cello preparation with technique and expressive playing. | Eastern Suburbs Maroubra | $100/hour (cello listing) |
| Leila Flute and theory | AMEB flute preparation alongside school ensemble playing. | Eastern Suburbs Queens Park | $110/hour (flute listing) |
| Starla Clarinet and piano | Online AMEB preparation for clarinet and piano. | Eastern Suburbs Maroubra Online | $65/hour (clarinet listing) |
| Andrea Piano, theory and composition | AMEB piano preparation at different levels. | North Shore And Hornsby Crows Nest | $65/hour (piano listing) |
| Andres Clarinet, saxophone and theory | AMEB preparation with online teaching and performance coaching. | North Shore And Hornsby Hornsby Online | $70/hour (saxophone listing) |
| Craig Drums, percussion and theory | AMEB preparation with reading, rudiments and performance skills. | North Shore And Hornsby Gordon | $90/hour (drums listing) |
| Emily Oboe, bassoon, composition and theory | AMEB woodwind preparation with technical control and musical expression. | North Shore And Hornsby Wahroonga | $100/hour (oboe listing) |
| Lucinda Recorder, piano and theory | AMEB recorder study with breathing, fingering and tonguing foundations. | North Shore And Hornsby Kurraba Point | $70/hour (recorder listing) |
| Olivia Flute, piccolo and theory | AMEB flute preparation for beginner to intermediate students. | North Shore And Hornsby South Turramurra | $80/hour (flute listing) |
| Jun Clarinet, piano, composition and theory | AMEB preparation with practical playing and theory together. | Ryde And Northern Districts North Ryde | $90/hour (clarinet listing) |
| Zoe Piano and saxophone | AMEB preparation through home lessons for children and school band students. | Ryde And Northern Districts Beecroft Travels to students’ homes | $90/hour (piano listing) |
| Daniel Saxophone | AMEB saxophone preparation with clear tasks between lessons. | Hills District West Pennant Hills | $75/hour (saxophone listing) |
| Terrence Clarinet and theory | AMEB practical preparation for beginner clarinet students. | Hills District Castle Hill | $95/hour (clarinet listing) |
| Frederick Violin | AMEB violin preparation for beginner to intermediate players. | St George Riverwood | $90/hour (violin listing) |
| Janet Piano, musicianship, theory, composition and songwriting | AMEB theory, mock exams and online theory-exam supervision. | St George Bardwell Valley | $120/hour (piano listing) |
| Josh Piano, music production, composition and theory | A child’s first AMEB piano exam with supportive preparation. | St George Hurstville | $100/hour (piano listing) |
| Luka Piano and saxophone | AMEB preparation with effective practice habits and clear technical feedback. | St George Kogarah Travels to students’ homes; flexible scheduling | $90/hour (piano listing) |
| Paolo Accordion, piano, singing, composition and theory | AMEB piano preparation with performance confidence. | Sutherland Shire Miranda | $100/hour (piano listing) |
| Fiona Piano and theory | AMEB piano preparation with a patient, personalised approach. | Western Sydney Rydalmere | $100/hour (piano listing) |
| Leah Piano, theory and accompaniment | AMEB piano preparation across all required musical skills. | Western Sydney Newington | $90/hour (piano listing) |
| Dr Denise Piano and theory | AMEB piano preparation with music literacy and independent learning. | Northern Beaches Allambie Heights | $160/hour (piano listing) |
For example, the piano rate is listed on the piano lessons in Sydney page. Other fees are listed on their corresponding instrument pages. A multi-instrument teacher’s fee is shown for the instrument named in the listing.
What Does An AMEB Practical Exam Involve?
AMEB requirements vary by instrument, grade and syllabus. The 2025 regulations describe Comprehensive practical examinations from Preliminary to Grade 8 in three sections: Technical Work; Studies and Pieces; and Aural Tests, Sight-Reading and General Knowledge. The detailed requirements within each section depend on the instrument and grade.
How do Comprehensive and Repertoire exams differ?
A Repertoire exam assesses the prepared programme only. Some instruments offer both formats, but the options and required pieces differ, so check the syllabus for the exam your child plans to enter. AMEB’s Manual of Syllabuses and examination rules sets out the assessment structure and current requirements. Use the version that applies to the intended exam year.
Do higher practical grades require a theory pass?
AMEB’s published additional requirements generally call for a pass in Grade 2 Theory of Music, Musicianship or Music Craft for practical Grade 6, Grade 3 for Grade 7, and Grade 4 for Grade 8. The requirements do not apply to Piano for Leisure, Saxophone for Leisure and Singing for Leisure exams. Check the relevant instrument syllabus and current rules, and ask the teacher to map out any theory requirement early.
For focused support with that part of the pathway, ask whether the teacher covers the correct AMEB theory subject and grade, or whether your child would benefit from separate theory tuition.
What Should I Ask Before Booking Lessons?
Use these questions when contacting a teacher:
- How many students have you prepared for this AMEB instrument and grade?
- Which exam format and syllabus version are you using?
- Do lessons cover the supporting skills as well as the prepared pieces?
- Can you also teach the theory subject required for this pathway, or recommend a separate theory teacher?
- Where are lessons held, and are online or home lessons available?
- What is the current fee and lesson length, and what is your cancellation policy?
You could write: “I’m looking for lessons for my child, aged [age], who plays [instrument] at about [level]. We are considering an AMEB [grade/format] exam around [time]. We live in [suburb] and can do [days/times]. Could you tell me about your experience preparing students for this exam, the lesson format and current fees?”
The best starting point is a teacher who knows the relevant AMEB syllabus and can explain how they would prepare your child, step by step. Browse the available Sydney Music Lessons options if theory is also part of the plan, then confirm the instrument teacher’s current experience and availability before deciding.
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