This resource covers the AMEB Violin syllabus (2022) technical requirements for exams from Preliminary to Grade 8. It features fully notated scales, arpeggios, and technical exercises arranged for easy navigation to help students practice and master essential exam skills.

This structured course aims to improve violinists' sight-reading skills. It offers a range of examples aligned with First—to Eighth-Grade examinations. The course progresses in difficulty, helping students build confidence and proficiency as they encounter more complex pieces. Participants will engage in targeted exercises to enhance their musical literacy and effectively prepare for each examination stage.

Contents:

Preface

About the Composer

Level 1

• First Grade

• Second Grade

• Thirds Grade

• Fourth Grade

Level 2

• Fifth Grade

• Fourth Grade

• Sixth Grade

• Seventh Grade

• Eighth Grade

This graded repertoire is designed explicitly for AMEB Violin examinations and includes a variety of musical styles selected by prominent Australian violinists and educators. Each piece enhances performance skills and highlights the contributions of renowned Australian composers. The collection aligns with the technical requirements for this grade level, allowing for progressive skill development, and includes piano accompaniments for a richer performance experience.

Contents:

• Allegro con fuoco 

• Etude 

• Vivacissimo 

• Andante un poco and presto 

• Allegro moderato 

• Fantasie 

• Sicilienne and rigaudon in the style of Francoeur 

• Allegro brilliant 

• Romance 

• Kaprys polski 

• Bagpipers and Bear dance 

• Repetepetition 

• Chanson russe 

• Performance Notes

The AMEB Violin Grade 6 Series 9 features a curated collection of graded repertoire for AMEB Violin examinations. Compiled by leading Australian violinists and educators, it showcases a variety of musical styles, including works by prominent Australian composers.

Each piece aligns with the technical skills expected at this level, making it a valuable resource for aspiring violinists. The inclusion of piano accompaniment enhances performances and broadens interpretive possibilities. This series is essential for anyone preparing for the Grade 6 violin exam, offering challenges and inspiration.

Contents:

• Wildfire

• Allegro

• Andante

• Allegro

• Allegro

• Andante

• Andante and Vivace

• Souvenir

• Allegretto

• Fantasia on Greensleeve

• Rondo - Allegro

• Lullaby

• Csárdás

• Performance Notes

This collection of piano accompaniments is a practice tool designed for AMEB examinations. It corresponds to the Series 9 Violin third-grade repertoire and technical exercises. AMEB encourages rehearsal with live accompanists but understands the difficulties in accessing one, especially in regional areas, so they allowed recorded accompaniments since 2015.

AMEB has launched the MyTempo app, enabling students to adjust playback speed and loop recordings on their devices. Tracks can be purchased within the app, or users can transfer tracks from a hardcopy CD. The app also features a metronome function for practice monitoring.

• Open Sesame

• Berceuse

• Ruhe Sanft

• Carry Me Back  

• All in a Garden Green  

• Concertino in La Minore

• Joska: Zigeuner-Romanze

• Russian Fantasy No. 2

• Come Dance with Me

This collection of piano accompaniments is designed for students preparing for AMEB examinations, specifically the AMEB Series 9 Violin Preliminary Grade repertoire. These recordings provide valuable resources for students and teachers nationwide while addressing the limited access to live accompanists and the financial challenges of music education. AMEB introduced recorded accompaniments in 2015 as an alternative practice tool.

Additionally, AMEB offers the MyTempo app, allowing users to adjust the speed of recordings for personalized practice. The app lets users purchase individual tracks or transfer them from a hardcopy CD for both Apple and Android devices. It also features speed adjustment, a loop function, and a metronome for effective tempo monitoring.

The AMEB Violin Grade 4 Series 9 offers a curated selection of graded repertoire for examination preparation. Featuring various musical styles chosen by esteemed Australian violinists and local composers, it encourages engagement with regional artistry. The repertoire meets grade-level technical requirements and includes thoughtfully arranged piano accompaniments, enhancing the performance experience. This collection is a valuable resource for aspiring violinists for exams and exploring new music.

• Tango at midnight 

• Allegro moderato 

• Etude 

• Moderato

• Flor de Yumurí 

• Swing and swang 

• Elegy 

• Chanson indoue 

• Allegro 

• Song of Happiness 

• Sliding doors 

• Fürchte dich nicht 

• Performance Notes

The AMEB Violin Series 9 Recording CD and Handbook for Grade 5 are valuable resources for violinists. The CD includes expertly produced recordings of the repertoire from the grade book, allowing students to emulate the nuances of each piece. The handbook provides historical and biographical context, interpretative analyses, and a glossary of essential terms for the Section III General Knowledge exams. This resource aids technical development and enhances the overall learning experience.

Contents:

• The bee's knees!

• Etude

• Andante espressivo

• Tambourin

• Adagio and Allegro

• Allegro

• Tango

• La cenerentola

• An der schönen, blauen Donau

• Allegro giocoso

• The dance of the moonchild

• Grey eagle

• Ashokan farewell