AIVA AI Prompts
AI music composer for cinematic, orchestral, and emotional scores
AIVA specializes in composed music. Using emotion, key, tempo, and genre to generate orchestral, cinematic, and pop compositions. It is best for video game soundtracks, film scores, and emotional background music, and uniquely exports sheet music and MIDI.
How to Prompt AIVA
Emotion + genre + key + tempo, with optional influence track upload
Cinematic and orchestral scores with real depth
Precise key, tempo, and time-signature control
Sheet music and MIDI export for DAW refinement
AIVA Prompting Tips
AIVA is emotion-first: use labels like Joyful, Melancholic, Epic, Tense, Peaceful, Dramatic, Triumphant.
Upload a reference track as Influence. AIVA analyzes BPM, key, and style, often outperforming pure text.
Specify time signature and key: 'F minor, 3/4 time, 100 BPM' gives AIVA precise structural guidance.
AIVA understands classical theory. Try 'pedal point', 'ostinato', 'descending bassline' for richer compositions.
AIVA Prompts by Genre
41 genres · click to get copy-paste prompts
AIVA Prompts for Afrobeats
90 to 110 BPM · Groovy · Warm
AIVA Prompts for Amapiano
108 to 116 BPM · Deep · Hypnotic
AIVA Prompts for Hip-Hop
75 to 100 BPM · Confident · Gritty
AIVA Prompts for Trap
130 to 145 BPM · Dark · Aggressive
AIVA Prompts for Drill
140 to 145 BPM · Dark · Menacing
AIVA Prompts for Lo-Fi Hip-Hop
65 to 85 BPM · Chill · Nostalgic
AIVA Prompts for House
120 to 130 BPM · Euphoric · Soulful
AIVA Prompts for R&B
65 to 95 BPM · Romantic · Emotional
AIVA Prompts for Reggae
60 to 90 BPM · Peaceful · Spiritual
AIVA Prompts for Jazz
120 to 220 (swing tempo) BPM · Sophisticated · Improvised
AIVA Prompts for Pop
100 to 130 BPM · Uplifting · Catchy
AIVA Prompts for Rock
100 to 160 BPM · Powerful · Raw
AIVA Prompts for Metal
140 to 220 BPM · Aggressive · Intense
AIVA Prompts for Country
80 to 130 BPM · Nostalgic · Heartfelt
AIVA Prompts for EDM
120 to 145 BPM · Euphoric · High-energy
AIVA Prompts for R&B / Soul
70 to 100 BPM · Smooth · Sensual
AIVA Prompts for Funk
90 to 120 BPM · Groovy · Playful
AIVA Prompts for Gospel
70 to 120 BPM · Uplifting · Spiritual
AIVA Prompts for Reggae
65 to 90 BPM · Relaxed · Positive
AIVA Prompts for Dancehall
95 to 115 BPM · Aggressive · Party
AIVA Prompts for Indie / Indie Pop
90 to 140 BPM · Introspective · Authentic
AIVA Prompts for K-Pop
100 to 140 BPM · Energetic · Polished
AIVA Prompts for Latin / Reggaeton
95 to 115 BPM · Passionate · Sensual
AIVA Prompts for Blues
60 to 120 BPM · Emotional · Raw
AIVA Prompts for Classical / Orchestral
40 to 180 BPM · Majestic · Emotional
AIVA Prompts for Folk / Acoustic
70 to 130 BPM · Authentic · Nostalgic
AIVA Prompts for Ambient
60 to 80 (or no tempo) BPM · Peaceful · Meditative
AIVA Prompts for Drum and Bass
160 to 180 BPM · High-energy · Dark
AIVA Prompts for Phonk
130 to 160 BPM · Dark · Aggressive
AIVA Prompts for Hyperpop
140 to 180 BPM · Chaotic · Euphoric
AIVA Prompts for Bossa Nova
120 to 140 BPM · Relaxed · Romantic
AIVA Prompts for Punk
150 to 220 BPM · Aggressive · Rebellious
AIVA Prompts for Techno
130 to 145 BPM · Dark · Industrial
AIVA Prompts for Soca
130 to 160 BPM · Party · Euphoric
AIVA Prompts for Grunge
100 to 140 BPM · Angsty · Raw
AIVA Prompts for Alternative Rock
100 to 140 BPM · Introspective · Edgy
AIVA Prompts for Lo-Fi
75 to 95 BPM · Relaxed · Nostalgic
AIVA Prompts for Bollywood
90 to 140 BPM · Dramatic · Romantic
AIVA Prompts for Soul
70 to 110 BPM · Emotional · Powerful
AIVA Prompts for Afro-Pop
95 to 115 BPM · Joyful · Uplifting
AIVA Prompts for Trap
130 to 160 BPM · Dark · Hype
AIVA Prompts. FAQ
What is the best way to prompt AIVA?
Emotion + genre + key + tempo, with optional influence track upload The most effective approach: name the genre first, add BPM, list 3-4 key instruments, then describe the mood. AIVA is emotion-first: use labels like Joyful, Melancholic, Epic, Tense, Peaceful, Dramatic, Triumphant..
What genres does AIVA support?
AIVA supports 41 genres including Afrobeats, Amapiano, Hip-Hop, Trap, Drill, Lo-Fi Hip-Hop, House, R&B, and more. AIVA is especially strong at: Cinematic and orchestral scores with real depth and Precise key, tempo, and time-signature control.
Does AIVA generate vocals?
AIVA generates instrumental music only. It does not produce vocals. For AI music with vocals, see Suno AI or our full guide at mixmasterai.co/best-ai-music-generator-with-vocals.
Is AIVA free to use?
AIVA launched in 2016 and offers a free tier. Check www.aiva.ai for current pricing. Free tiers typically restrict commercial use. Check the terms before monetizing AI-generated tracks.
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