🎼 Music Generation Guide

Learn how to create amazing music with ACE-Step AI models

🚀 Getting Started

ACE-Step is a powerful AI music generation model that creates songs based on your text prompts. The quality of your output depends on how well you craft your prompt using tags and descriptions.

Basic Prompt Structure

A good prompt typically includes:

  1. Genre/Style Tags: Define the musical style
  2. Mood/Energy Tags: Set the emotional tone
  3. Instrumentation: Specify instruments you want
  4. Tempo/Rhythm: Control the pace
  5. Optional Lyrics: Add custom lyrics in [Verse], [Chorus] format
✨ Example Prompt:
upbeat pop, electronic, synth-heavy, catchy chorus, 120 bpm, major key [Verse] Dancing through the night Everything feels right [Chorus] We're alive, we're free This is where we're meant to be

🧠 How ACE-Step Interprets Prompts

Understanding how the AI model reads your prompt will dramatically improve your results.

🎯 Prompt Weighting & Token Priority

⚠️ Critical: The first 8-12 tags have disproportionate influence on your song. Put your most important tags first!
✅ Good Order:
jazz piano, intimate, smoky bar, slow tempo, saxophone solo, upright bass
❌ Bad Order:
slow tempo, upright bass, jazz piano (important tags buried at the end)

🎚️ Model Defaults You Need to Know

ACE-Step has implicit defaults that affect every generation:

💡 Pro Tip: To get non-pop genres, you must strongly override these defaults with multiple specific tags. Example: "raw blues, gritty, vintage recording, analog warmth, 1950s style, no modern production".

Order Matters for Mood & Energy

Tags placed earlier in your prompt have stronger influence:

🎛️ Resolving Style Conflicts

When combining conflicting styles (e.g., "classical strings" + "hardcore metal"), the model struggles. Use these strategies:

⚠️ Warning: Conflicting style combinations easily lead to degraded output. Either pick one style or use temporal evolution with clear transitions.

📖 Understanding Caption vs Lyrics

This is critical to understand: Caption and Lyrics serve different purposes in ACE-Step.

📝 Caption (Prompt)

What it does: Describes the "overall portrait" of your music

  • Style & genre
  • Atmosphere & emotion
  • Instruments & timbre
  • Production quality
  • Era or reference
Example Caption:
jazz piano ballad, intimate, smoky atmosphere, soft female vocals, warm analog production, saxophone accents

⏱️ Lyrics

What it does: Controls the "temporal script" — how music unfolds over time

  • Lyric text itself
  • Structure tags ([Verse], [Chorus])
  • Vocal style changes
  • Instrumental sections
  • Energy evolution
Example Lyrics:
[Intro - piano] [Verse - intimate] Lost in the city lights Searching for home tonight [Chorus - powerful] WE'LL FIND OUR WAY Through the night and day

⚠️ DON'T Put Metadata in Your Prompt/Caption

Critical Rule: Never write BPM, tempo numbers, key signatures, or duration in your caption text. These should be set through dedicated parameters in Pro Mode, not described in text.
❌ WRONG (Metadata in prompt):
upbeat pop song, 120 bpm, C major, 3 minutes long, happy
✅ CORRECT (Clean caption):
upbeat pop, happy, energetic, catchy melody, bright production → Set BPM=120, Key=C Major, Duration=180s in Pro Mode parameters

✅ Maintain Caption ↔ Lyrics Consistency

Models struggle with conflicts. If your Caption and Lyrics contradict each other, output quality degrades.

Checklist Before Generating:
  • ✓ Instruments in Caption match instrumental tags in Lyrics
  • ✓ Emotion in Caption matches energy tags in Lyrics ([high energy], [melancholic])
  • ✓ Vocal description in Caption matches vocal control tags ([powerful], [whispered])
  • ✓ Production style in Caption aligns with song structure in Lyrics
✅ Good Consistency:
Caption: acoustic ballad, soft female vocals, intimate, piano and guitar, minimal production Lyrics: [Intro - gentle piano] [Verse - soft vocals] Quiet words in the evening light
❌ Bad Consistency:
Caption: intimate acoustic ballad, soft vocals, minimal (says minimal!) Lyrics: [Drop - explosive EDM] (conflicts with acoustic/minimal!)

🎸 Genre & Style Tags

Start with a primary genre, then add modifiers to refine the style.

pop

Modern, catchy melodies with clean production

rock

Electric guitars, strong drums, energetic feel

indie

Organic, emotional, slightly raw or alternative sound

folk

Acoustic instruments, storytelling, warm and natural

country

Twangy guitars, steady rhythm, Americana feel

edm

Electronic beats, synths, dance-focused energy

house

Four-on-the-floor beat, club-ready grooves

synthwave

Retro 80s synths, nostalgic electronic textures

hip-hop

Rhythmic beats, spoken or rhythmic vocals

r&b

Smooth, soulful vocals with warm production

jazz

Swing rhythms, expressive instruments, improvisational feel

classical

Orchestral instruments, cinematic or formal tone

ambient

Soft, atmospheric textures with minimal rhythm

metal

Heavy guitars, aggressive drums, intense

🎭 Mood & Energy Tags

Control the emotional feel and energy level of your music.

ethereal

Light, floating, dreamy, almost otherworldly. Soft pads, airy vocals, gentle harmonies

emotional

Deep, expressive, heartfelt tone

uplifting

Bright, positive, inspiring energy

dark

Brooding, moody, minor-key atmosphere

melancholic

Sad, reflective, bittersweet

energetic

Fast, lively, high-intensity feel

peaceful

Calm, soothing, gentle textures

epic

Big, cinematic, powerful crescendos

dreamy

Soft, hazy, floating textures

romantic

Warm, intimate, emotional tone

mysterious

Enigmatic, shadowy, suspenseful

nostalgic

Retro, sentimental, memory-evoking

cinematic

Film-score-like, dramatic, expansive

🎹 Instrumentation Tags

Specify the instruments you want to hear in your song.

Common Instruments:

🎤 Vocal Control (Critical Techniques)

Vocals are the #1 pain point for users. ACE-Step vocals require specific techniques to control properly.

🎶 Force Singing vs. Talking

Default behavior: ACE-Step may add spoken word, rap, or talk-singing unless you specify otherwise.
✅ To Get Melodic Singing:
sung vocals, melodic singing, clear pitch, sustained notes, no spoken word, no talking
🚫 To Remove Vocals Entirely:
instrumental only, no vocals, no singing, no voice, pure music

🎨 Control Vocal Timbre & Character

Be specific about the vocal sound you want:

🎵 Avoid Unwanted Choir/Harmony Bleed

⚠️ Warning: ACE-Step often adds background vocals, harmonies, or choir elements unless explicitly prevented.
✅ For Solo Vocals Only:
solo vocal only, single voice, no background vocals, no choir, no harmonies, no vocal layers
✨ For Intentional Harmonies:
lead vocal with harmonies, 3-part harmony, choir backing, vocal layers

📝 Get Stable Pronunciation with Lyrics

ACE-Step sometimes struggles with lyric pronunciation. Follow these rules:

✅ Good Lyrics for ACE-Step:
pop ballad, clear female vocals [Verse] I miss you every day Your smile won't fade away [Chorus] Come back to me Come back and stay
❌ Difficult Lyrics:
[Verse] The serendipitous metamorphosis of our relationship (too complex)

🎭 Vocal Style Tags Library

soft vocals

Gentle, intimate singing

powerful vocals

Strong, belting style

breathy vocals

Airy, whisper-like tone

raspy vocals

Gritty, textured voice

clean vocals

Clear, polished sound

emotional vocals

Expressive, vulnerable

falsetto

High, head voice

soulful vocals

Rich, R&B-style singing

✍️ Advanced Lyric Writing Techniques

These techniques help ACE-Step produce better vocal performance and pronunciation.

1. Control Syllable Count (6-10 syllables per line)

Best Practice: Keep lines at 6-10 syllables for natural rhythm. The model aligns syllables to beats—if one line has 6 syllables and the next has 14, rhythm becomes strange.
✅ Good Syllable Control:
[Verse] Walking through the empty streets (8 syllables) I hear your voice in my head (7 syllables) The city sleeps but I'm awake (8 syllables) Thinking of the words you said (7 syllables)
❌ Inconsistent Syllables:
[Verse] Walk (1 syllable - too short!) I'm contemplating all the complicated feelings that emerged (14 syllables - too long!)

2. Use UPPERCASE for Vocal Intensity

Uppercase indicates stronger vocal intensity—shouting, powerful delivery, emotional peaks.

Example:
[Verse - soft] walking through the rain alone [Chorus - powerful] WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS WE'LL NEVER SURRENDER

3. Parentheses for Background Vocals

Content in parentheses is processed as background vocals, harmonies, or call-and-response.

Example:
[Chorus] We rise together (together) Into the light (into the light) Forever strong (forever strong)

4. Extend Vowels Carefully

You can extend sounds by repeating vowels, but use cautiously—effects are unstable.

Example:
Feeeling so aliiive Flyyyy away with meeee
⚠️ Warning: Extended vowels sometimes get ignored or mispronounced. Use sparingly.

5. Separate Sections with Blank Lines

Always add blank lines between structure tags for clear section separation.

✅ Good Separation:
[Verse 1] First verse lyrics here Continue first verse [Chorus] Chorus lyrics here Chorus continues
❌ No Separation:
[Verse 1] First verse lyrics [Chorus] Chorus starts (model gets confused!)

🚩 Avoiding "AI-Flavored" Lyrics

These characteristics make lyrics sound mechanical and lack human touch:

Red Flag 🚩 Description
Adjective Stacking "neon skies, electric hearts, endless dreams"—filling sections with vague imagery
Rhyme Chaos Inconsistent rhyme patterns, or forced rhymes causing semantic breaks
Blurred Boundaries Lyric content crosses structure tags, Verse flows into Chorus without clear transition
No Breathing Room Each line too long, can't sing in one breath (more than 10 syllables)
Mixed Metaphors First verse uses water imagery, second becomes fire, third is flying—listeners can't anchor
💡 Metaphor Discipline: Stick to one core metaphor per song, exploring its multiple aspects. Example: If your song is about a storm, use weather/water imagery throughout—rain, thunder, clouds, wind—not jumping to fire, machines, or space.

⚙️ Technical Tags

Fine-tune the musical characteristics of your generation.

Tempo & Rhythm:

Key & Harmony:

🎚️ Production Tags

Control the sonic character and mixing style of your music.

clean mix

Clear, polished sound with balanced instruments

warm analog

Vintage, rounded tone with tape-like softness

lo-fi

Gritty, textured, intentionally imperfect sound

heavy reverb

Spacious, echoing, atmospheric mix

minimal reverb

Dry, intimate, close-mic'd sound

wide stereo image

Broad, immersive left-right spread

tight drums

Punchy, controlled percussion with little ambience

distorted guitars

Gritty, overdriven electric guitar tone

modern production

Bright, crisp, radio-ready sound

vintage production

Retro tone with older recording aesthetics

acoustic mix

Natural, unplugged, instrument-focused sound

electronic production

Synth-heavy, digital textures and beats

🌄 Scene & Settings Tags

Evoke specific environments and atmospheres through sonic imagery.

forest

Natural, earthy, acoustic textures

ocean

Flowing, spacious, wave-like ambience

night sky

Calm, cosmic, airy pads and soft tones

rainy city

Moody, reflective, soft percussion

desert

Sparse, warm, open atmosphere

snowy landscape

Cold, crystalline, gentle textures

futuristic city

Electronic, neon, synth-driven sound

medieval village

Folk instruments, rustic atmosphere

space / cosmic

Floating, ambient, sci-fi textures

underwater

Muffled, fluid, slow-moving ambience

mountain sunrise

Bright, uplifting, expansive

campfire

Warm, intimate, acoustic

ancient ruins

Echoing, mysterious, atmospheric

🎛️ Advanced Production Control

Professional mixing and mastering techniques for better results.

🎚️ Control Mix Quality & Clarity

🧹 Avoid Muddiness & Improve Separation

💡 Pro Tip: ACE-Step can produce muddy mixes if left unchecked. Use these tags to clarify:

🎸 Genre-Accurate Production Examples

🌆 Synthwave Production:
synthwave, 80s gated reverb, analog synths, warm tape saturation, vintage production, nostalgic
🎹 Lo-Fi Hip-Hop Production:
lo-fi hip-hop, vinyl crackle, warm, dusty, tape hiss, soft compression, mellow
🎸 Raw Punk Rock Production:
punk rock, raw production, garage band, lo-fi recording, gritty, unpolished, live energy
🎻 Orchestral Classical Production:
orchestral, concert hall reverb, wide stereo, natural ambience, dynamic range, classical recording

📊 Production Style Tags Library

clean mix

Clear, professional separation

warm analog

Vintage tape character

tight drums

Punchy, controlled hits

wide stereo

Spacious, immersive

dry vocals

Upfront, minimal reverb

tape saturation

Warm analog distortion

gated reverb

80s-style drum sound

vinyl crackle

Lo-fi texture, nostalgic

⏱️ How to Control Song Length

ACE-Step responds well to explicit duration cues in your prompt. Understanding duration calculation is critical for proper song structure.

📐 Duration Calculation Guidelines

Estimation Method:
  • Per line of lyrics: 3-5 seconds
  • Intro/Outro: 5-10 seconds each
  • Instrumental sections: 5-15 seconds each

Typical Song Structures & Duration:

Structure Minimum Duration
2 verses + 2 choruses 120-150 seconds (2-2.5 minutes)
2 verses + 2 choruses + bridge 180-240 seconds (3-4 minutes)
Full song with intro/outro 210-270 seconds (3.5-4.5 minutes)

BPM and Duration Relationship:

Example Calculation:
Lyrics: 10 lines of text Math: 10 lines × 4 seconds = 40 seconds of vocals Add: 10 second intro + 10 second outro = 20 seconds Total: 60 seconds minimum If you set duration to only 30 seconds, the song will feel rushed and compressed!
Common Pitfalls:
  • ❌ Setting duration too short for lyrics amount → rushed, incomplete feeling
  • ❌ Forgetting to account for intro/outro sections → cuts off abruptly
  • ❌ Not considering BPM → slow ballad with fast song duration
  • ✅ Rule of thumb: When in doubt, estimate longer rather than shorter

Model Length Limits:

Duration Control Techniques:

⏱️ Exact Duration:
full 2-minute song, folk acoustic, storytelling
📏 Extended Sections:
rock anthem, extended guitar solo, long instrumental outro, gradual fade
⚡ Short Clips:
15-second jingle, catchy, upbeat, corporate
🔁 Loopable Segments:
loopable 20-second segment, seamless loop, background music, no intro or outro

Section Length Control:

💡 Pro Tip: For videos/podcasts needing exact lengths, generate slightly longer and trim in post-production.

📝 Song Structure & Section Control

Control how ACE-Step handles section transitions, instrumental breaks, and dynamics.

Section Tags:

🔄 Control Section Transitions

⚠️ Important: ACE-Step blends sections by default. Use these techniques for better transitions:

🎸 Force Instrumental Breaks (Critical Technique)

❌ Common Mistake: Writing just "[Instrumental]" often doesn't work. You need to be explicit!
❌ Too Vague:
[Instrumental]
✅ Correct Way:
[Instrumental break, no vocals, focus on guitar melody, 8 bars]
✅ Extended Instrumental Examples:
rock song, electric guitar solo [Verse] Lyrics here... [Instrumental - extended guitar solo, no vocals, wah pedal, blues scale, 16 bars] [Chorus] More lyrics...

🎚️ Control Section Dynamics

Tell ACE-Step how each section should sound:

✅ Full Song with Dynamic Control:
indie rock, emotional, dynamic range [Intro - soft, acoustic guitar only, intimate] [Verse - quiet, subtle drums enter] Walking through empty streets Thinking of you and me [Pre-Chorus - gradual build, drums intensify] Everything's about to change [Chorus - big, full band, powerful] We'll find our way back home! [Bridge - quiet, stripped down to just vocals and piano] If I could turn back time [Chorus - explosive, loudest section] We'll find our way back home! [Outro - fade out, acoustic guitar returns]
💡 Tip: Section length matters! If tags contradict structure (e.g., "short song" but 8 verses), ACE-Step may ignore structure tags.
✨ Song Structure Example:
indie folk, acoustic, melancholic, fingerpicking guitar [Intro - Instrumental] [Verse] Leaves are falling down The summer's left this town [Chorus] But I'll remember every moment Every word you said [Verse] Cold wind through the trees Your memory's all I need [Chorus] And I'll remember every moment Every word you said [Bridge] Time can't fade what we had [Outro]

🌟 Pro Tips

1. Be Specific But Not Overwhelming

Use 5-10 well-chosen tags rather than 20+ vague ones. The model works best with clear, focused direction.

✅ Good:
dreamy synthwave, nostalgic, 80s synths, reverb-heavy, slow tempo
❌ Too Much:
dreamy nostalgic synthwave 80s retro vintage neon synths keyboards pads reverb delay echo atmospheric spacious slow chill relaxed...

2. Combine Genres Carefully

Mixing 2-3 complementary genres can create unique sounds. Avoid conflicting styles.

3. Use Turbo vs Quality Model Appropriately

4. Master Seed Behavior for Professional Workflows

Seeds control randomness in AI generation. Understanding seed behavior unlocks professional refinement.

What Seeds Affect:

How to Refine a Seed:

🔬 Seed Refinement Workflow:
1. Generate song with random seed → Note the seed number (e.g., 8472) 2. Keep seed 8472 constant 3. Change only 1-2 tags at a time 4. Compare variations 5. Find the perfect balance
✅ Practical Example:
Generation 1 (Seed: 8472): jazz piano, upbeat, bright Generation 2 (Same Seed: 8472): jazz piano, upbeat, bright, add saxophone Generation 3 (Same Seed: 8472): jazz piano, upbeat, bright, saxophone, slower tempo Result: Same melody & structure, but with incremental improvements!
💎 Pro Tip: Once you find a great seed, save it in a spreadsheet with the prompt. This builds your personal "sound library" for future projects.

5. Iterate and Refine

Don't expect perfection on the first try. Generate multiple versions, then refine your prompt based on what works.

🚫 Negative Prompting (Advanced Power Tool)

This is a game-changer. ACE-Step responds extremely well to negative tags—telling it what not to include.

⚡ Pro Secret: Negative prompts are often MORE effective than positive tags for precise control.

🎤 Vocal Negatives (Most Critical)

🎸 Instrumentation Negatives

🎛️ Production Negatives

🎵 Genre & Style Negatives

✅ Powerful Negative Prompt Examples

🎹 Clean Piano Ballad (Remove Clutter):
piano ballad, emotional, intimate, solo piano and vocals, no drums, no bass, no strings, no reverb, no background vocals, clean recording
🎸 Acoustic Folk (No Modern Production):
folk acoustic, raw, vintage feel, no EDM elements, no electronic drums, no synths, no autotune, no compression, natural dynamics
🎻 Classical String Quartet (Ultra-Specific):
string quartet, classical, concert hall, no drums, no bass, no vocals, no electronic instruments, no reverb, natural room ambience only
🎤 Pure A Cappella (Vocals Only):
a cappella, vocal harmony, 4-part harmony, no instruments, no drums, no bass, no guitar, no piano, no background music, voices only
💡 Strategy: Combine 3-5 negative tags with your positive tags for laser-focused results. Negative tags help ACE-Step understand exactly what you want by eliminating unwanted defaults.

📋 Negative Prompt Quick Reference

no vocals

Instrumental only

no drums

Remove percussion

no reverb

Dry, upfront sound

no distortion

Clean, pure tones

no autotune

Natural vocal pitch

no choir

Solo voice only

no EDM

Avoid electronic dance

no compression

Natural dynamics

🎯 Common Use Cases

Background Music for Videos

upbeat corporate, inspiring, motivational, piano, light percussion, clean production, no vocals

Podcast Intro

energetic rock, catchy riff, 15 seconds, electric guitar, drums, punchy

Meditation/Relaxation

ambient, peaceful, slow, soft pads, nature sounds, 432 hz, meditative, no percussion

Party/Dance Track

edm, high energy, drop, synth bass, build-up, club atmosphere, electronic drums

Emotional Ballad

piano ballad, emotional, slow tempo, strings, heartfelt vocals, major to minor, dynamic

📚 Prompt Examples by Skill Level

Learn by example! Here are prompts organized by complexity, plus "bad vs good" comparisons.

🌱 Beginner Level (Simple & Effective)

Start with 3-5 core tags focusing on genre, mood, and tempo.

✨ Beginner Example 1: Happy Pop Song
upbeat pop, happy, catchy, 120 bpm [Chorus] We're dancing in the sunshine Everything's gonna be fine
✨ Beginner Example 2: Chill Background Music
chillhop, relaxed, mellow, no vocals
✨ Beginner Example 3: Energetic Rock
rock, energetic, electric guitar, drums, fast tempo

🎯 Intermediate Level (Adding Control)

Add instrumentation, production style, and negative prompts for precision.

✨ Intermediate Example 1: Jazz Cafe Mood
jazz, intimate, slow tempo, piano and saxophone, upright bass, soft brushed drums, warm analog tone, no vocals, no electronic elements
✨ Intermediate Example 2: Electronic Dance Track
edm, high energy, fast-paced, synth bass, punchy kick drum, vocal chops, build-up, drop, no guitars, clean modern production
✨ Intermediate Example 3: Acoustic Singer-Songwriter
folk acoustic, melancholic, fingerpicking guitar, soft female vocals, intimate, minimal reverb, no drums, no bass [Verse] The leaves are falling down Another autumn comes around [Chorus] Time moves on but memories stay They never really fade away

🔥 Professional Level (Maximum Control)

Combine genre mixing, vocal control, production techniques, section dynamics, and negative prompts.

✨ Pro Example 1: Cinematic Trailer Music
cinematic orchestral, epic, dramatic build, powerful, strings and brass, massive percussion, choir, wide stereo, dynamic range, gradual crescendo, no pop elements, no EDM [Intro - soft, mysterious strings] [Build - percussion enters, intensity rising] [Climax - full orchestra, powerful choir, massive drums]
✨ Pro Example 2: Lo-Fi Hip-Hop Beat
lo-fi hip-hop, jazzy, chill, slow tempo, warm analog tone, vinyl crackle, tape hiss, mellow piano, soft drums, subtle bass, no vocals, no harsh sounds, imperfect timing, nostalgic, study music vibe
✨ Pro Example 3: Synthwave with Vocals
synthwave, nostalgic, 80s style, mid-tempo, analog synths, gated reverb, warm tape saturation, retro drum machine, arpeggio synth lead, male vocals with soft autotune, no modern EDM, no heavy distortion, vintage production [Verse - minimal, synth pads and vocals] Neon lights reflecting in your eyes City nights under electric skies [Chorus - full arrangement, driving drums, big reverb] We're lost in time, forever young The future's here, the night's begun

❌ Bad vs ✅ Good Prompt Comparisons

Learn what makes prompts effective by seeing common mistakes.

❌ Bad: Too Vague
make me a song
✅ Good: Specific Direction
indie pop, upbeat, acoustic guitar, catchy melody, mid-tempo
❌ Bad: Too Many Tags (Overwhelming)
pop rock jazz electronic classical ambient metal folk country blues reggae disco funk soul r&b techno house trance dubstep
✅ Good: Focused Genre Fusion
jazz hip-hop fusion, chill beats, saxophone melody, lo-fi production
❌ Bad: Contradicting Tags
death metal, soft and gentle, peaceful meditation music
✅ Good: Coherent Style
ambient meditation, peaceful, soft pads, gentle piano, slow tempo, no percussion
❌ Bad: Unclear Vocals
rock song with singing
✅ Good: Specific Vocal Control
rock ballad, powerful male vocals, clear melodic singing, emotional delivery, no spoken word, no rap
❌ Bad: Missing Important Tags
instrumental
✅ Good: Complete Description
instrumental guitar, fingerstyle acoustic, folk melody, warm tone, no vocals, no drums, intimate recording

🎸 Genre-Specific Examples

🎹 Classical Piano
classical piano solo, romantic period style, expressive, dynamic range, concert hall reverb, no background instruments, no modern production
🎤 R&B Ballad
r&b ballad, soulful female vocals, emotional, slow tempo, smooth production, soft drums, warm bass, subtle strings, clean mix, no autotune [Verse] Late nights and empty rooms Missing you beneath the moon [Chorus] Can't let you go, can't move on Every memory still feels so strong
🎸 Blues Rock
blues rock, gritty, raw, electric guitar with overdrive, raspy male vocals, harmonica solo, shuffle rhythm, vintage amp tone, no modern production, no electronic drums
🌊 Ambient Soundscape
ambient soundscape, atmospheric, ethereal, evolving pads, slow drift, no rhythm, no drums, no melody, pure texture, deep reverb, spacious
🔊 Trap Beat
trap beat, hard-hitting, fast tempo, 808 bass, hi-hat rolls, snare rolls, dark atmosphere, aggressive, modern production, no vocals, no melody
🎺 Big Band Jazz
big band jazz, swing, upbeat, 1940s style, brass section, saxophones, walking bass, brushed drums, vintage recording quality, no modern elements

🎵 Instrumental-Only Examples

When you want pure music without vocals.

🎸 Acoustic Guitar Solo
acoustic guitar solo, fingerstyle, melodic, folk-inspired, warm tone, clean recording, no vocals, no drums, no bass, no other instruments
🎹 Piano Study Music
piano instrumental, peaceful, gentle, repetitive patterns, minimal variation, soft dynamics, no vocals, no percussion, background music for concentration
🎻 String Quartet
string quartet, classical, chamber music, melodic, interweaving voices, concert hall ambience, no vocals, no percussion, no electronic instruments

🎤 Vocal-Focused Examples

When vocals are the centerpiece.

🎭 A Cappella Harmony
a cappella, 4-part harmony, vocal blend, close microphone, no instruments, no drums, no bass, no guitar, voices only [Verse] Harmony rising, voices blending Four parts unite, never ending
🎤 Intimate Acoustic Vocal
acoustic ballad, female singer-songwriter, breathy vocals, intimate, soft acoustic guitar accompaniment, minimal production, dry vocals, no reverb, no drums [Verse] Whispers in the dark Secrets from the heart [Chorus] These quiet moments, just you and me Nothing else matters when it's you I see
🎵 Gospel Choir
gospel choir, powerful, uplifting, soul, church, organ, piano, call and response, harmonies, joyful, spiritual, no rock elements, no EDM
💡 Learning Strategy: Start with beginner examples, copy them verbatim, then gradually modify one element at a time. Once you understand how each tag affects the output, move to intermediate and pro examples. Save your favorite prompts for reuse!
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