AMEB Theory of Music Grade 1-6 Term Dates Program

Ausyouth Music — Most Comprehensive AMEB Music Theory Program in Australia

Unique Highlights

Our Unique Advantages

Most Comprehensive Curriculum in Australia - We offer a full progression from Grade 1 to 6, including Theory of Music and Musicianship streams
Expert Educators, AMEB Specialists - Our teaching team includes accredited musicians, Director/Head of Music at renowned schools
Proven Results, High Distinctions - Students regularly achieve A and A+ results with several receiving scholarships at prestigious private schools
Engaging, Student-Centred Pedagogy - Classes use colour-coded visuals, call-and-response exercises, and real-score analysis
Integrated Aural + Theory Support - We integrate aural training to help students connect notation with sound
Personalized Learning Paths - Tailored instruction to each student's needs, instrument background, and pace of learning
Practice & Feedback System - Weekly homework assignments with detailed written feedback on each submission
Flexible Delivery: In-Person + Online - Face-to-face classes, live Zoom sessions, weekly sessions or intensive holiday programs
Exam Strategy & Readiness Coaching - Dedicated exam preparation modules with simulated practice exams under timed conditions
Supportive Learning Community - Warm and collaborative environment with active parent-student communication

Comprehensive Course Coverage

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 1 to 6

Most Comprehensive Curriculum in Australia

  • Full progression from Grade 1 to 6, including Theory of Music and Musicianship streams
  • Systematically aligned with AMEB objectives, ensuring deep, structured knowledge
  • Bridging programs for students transitioning from practical grades or other theory systems

Expert Educators, AMEB Specialists

  • Teaching team includes accredited musicians, Director/Head of Music at renowned schools
  • Experienced classroom educators who've guided hundreds of students through AMEB theory
  • Teachers hold degrees in music performance and education
  • Actively engage in AMEB examiner training, giving students insider insights

Proven Results, High Distinctions

  • Clear learning path, targeted homework, and personalised review
  • Students regularly achieve A and A+ results
  • Several students have received various scholarships at prestigious private schools
  • Systematic preparation and student-centred approach

Engaging, Student-Centred Pedagogy

  • Theory should be musically alive with colour-coded visuals
  • Call-and-response exercises and real-score analysis from classical to contemporary music
  • Fosters not just exam success but true musical understanding
  • Supports performance, improvisation, and composition

Course Structure Overview

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 1 & 2

10-Week Package Course

  • Textbooks: Master Your Theory Grade 1 & 2
  • Duration: 10 weekly lessons (60 minutes each)
  • Goal: Completion of both Grade 1 & Grade 2 theory content with exam readiness

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 3

Course Structure

  • Textbook: Master Your Theory Grade 3
  • Duration: 10 weekly lessons (1 hour each)
  • Goal: Build full understanding of Grade 3 topics and prepare for the AMEB online theory exam

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 4

Course Structure

  • Textbook: Master Your Theory Grade 4
  • Duration: 20 weekly lessons (1 hour each)
  • Goal: Build full understanding of Grade 4 topics and prepare for the AMEB online theory exam

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 5

Course Structure

  • Textbook: Master Your Theory Grade 5
  • Extra Material: Process Sheet (written by Mr Gareth De Korte)
  • Duration: 20 weekly lessons (1 hour each)
  • Goal: Build full understanding of Grade 5 topics and prepare for the AMEB online theory exam

AMEB Theory of Music Grade 6

Course Structure

  • Textbook: Master Your Theory Grade 6
  • Extra Material: Process Sheet (written by Mr Gareth De Korte)
  • Duration: 20 weekly lessons (1 hour each)
  • Goal: Build full understanding of Grade 6 topics and prepare for the AMEB online theory exam

Comprehensive Resources

Master Your Theory Grade 1-6 by Dulcie Holland

Textbook

Master Your Theory Grade 1-6 by Dulcie Holland

Answer book

Practice Exams

Past exam papers and mock exam papers

Written Feedback

Detailed written feedback on each submission

Aural Tests Book

Instrument Grade 4–8

Sight Reading Books

Instrument-Specific

Detailed Course Content

Basics of music notation

AMEB Music Theory Grade 1 – Master Your Theory

1
Treble and bass clefs
2
Note names (A to G)
3
Note values: semibreve, minim, crotchet
4
Rests for each note value
5
Bar lines and time signatures (2/4, 3/4, 4/4)
6
C major scale (no sharps/flats)
7
Degrees of the scale (1st to 8th)
8
Intervals (by number only)
9
Dynamics: f, p, mp, mf
10
Repeat signs, ties and slurs
11
Simple Italian terms (allegro, andante, etc.)
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