About
Empowering Musicians of all levels with accessible & engaging assessments
At ANZCA Music Examinations, we believe in the ever-evolving nature of music—a vibrant, diverse, and energetic art form that fosters innovative expression. This same passion for creativity drives our examination system and fuels our commitment to support the ongoing development of music, its students, and its teachers.
As a non-profit examining body for the performing arts, we strive to make the examination process both exciting and rewarding. Our approach is rooted in sound educational principles, combined with a practical, common-sense attitude.
ANZCA examinations are available across Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand. Teachers who choose ANZCA consistently praise our high standards and the welcoming, unintimidating environment we create.
We invite you to explore more about us through our official website and join us on this journey of musical excellence.
What we offer you – at a glance.
Modern & Classical examinations, both practical and written.
Flexibility and diverse choices in every syllabus.
Meaningful assessment from professional musicians.
Opportunities for creativity through improvisation.
Graded courses leading to recognised diplomas.
ANZCA Board of Directors
May Gavin
Chairperson – T.Mus.A., L.Mus.A., A.Mus.A.
Maureen Grieve
Vice Chairperson – AUA(Dip.Mus.), A.Mus.A., MIMT
Maureen Milton
OAM, A.Dip.A., A.Mus.A., MIMT
Brendan Hains
F.Dip.A.
Audrey Chin
Malaysia Director
Patron
June McLean
Founding Director (Retired) – B.A.(La Trobe), ALCM
Key Personnel
Tony Betros
General Manager
Andrew Craggs
Publications Manager
Stretto
ANZCA’s e-newsletter Stretto contains valuable information on topics including examinations, composers, improvisation, publications, forthcoming events and scholarships. Stretto is emailed bi-monthly (February to December) to all addresses in our email contacts list.
Scholarships
ANZCA offers annual Theory Scholarships for Grades Four and Five. For details, see “Scholarship Winners” in the Support menu above.
University Prizes
ANZCA also offers prizes for music students in prominent universities. For more information, see “University Prizes” in the Support menu above.
State and Territory Certificates of Education
Most ANZCA subjects are approved for inclusion on the following state and territory education certificates:
Senior Certificate and Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
For approved subjects/grades and other information, see Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority www.qcaa.qld.edu.au
ANZCA qualifications of Grade Seven and above can also be used to obtain a ranking from the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) for application to enter some Queensland tertiary institutions. Application for this ranking can be made to QTAC, or by forms available from school counsellors.
South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) and Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCE)
For approved subjects/grades and other information, see Senior Secondary Assessment Board of South Australia https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE)
For approved subjects/grades and other information, see School Curriculum and Standards Authority https://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/
Note: NSW and Victorian Education Bodies (HSC and VCE) do not accredit music examinations from any external music examination body. Only the HSC and VCE courses (set by the Education Departments in NSW and Victoria) are recognised.