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style-specification
Create ultra-detailed musical style specifications including genres, BPM, instrumentation, vocal direction, production aesthetics, and reference tracks for AI music generation
Install this agent skill to your Project
npx add-skill https://github.com/a5c-ai/babysitter/tree/main/library/specializations/domains/social-sciences-humanities/arts-culture/music-album-creation/skills/style-specification
SKILL.md
Style Specification
Create comprehensive musical style specifications optimized for AI music generation platforms like Suno and Udio.
Overview
This skill provides the framework for translating artistic vision into detailed technical specifications that AI music generators can interpret. It covers genre classification, tempo, instrumentation, vocal direction, production aesthetics, and reference track selection.
Capabilities
Genre Classification
- Identify primary and secondary genres
- Specify subgenres and micro-genres
- Define genre fusion approaches
- Map genre evolution and influences
- Understand platform-specific genre tags
Technical Specifications
- Define BPM and tempo feel
- Suggest key and mode
- Specify time signatures
- Set target duration
- Note dynamic range requirements
Instrumentation Design
- Detail drum and percussion elements
- Specify bass characteristics
- Define keyboard and synth sounds
- Describe guitar tones and techniques
- List additional instruments
- Note electronic vs organic balance
Vocal Direction
- Specify vocal style (breathy, raspy, clear)
- Define register (bass to soprano)
- List techniques (vibrato, runs, growls)
- Describe emotional quality
- Provide influence references
Production Aesthetics
- Define era reference (decades, movements)
- Describe mix character (wet/dry, wide/narrow)
- List effects (reverb, delay, distortion)
- Specify overall sound (lo-fi, polished, raw)
- Note spatial characteristics
Reference Tracks
- Select songs that exemplify specific elements
- Match references to genres and eras
- Identify what element each reference provides
- Balance obscure and recognizable references
Usage Guidelines
Specification Structure
## Genre Classification
- **Primary Genre**: [Genre]
- **Secondary Genres**: [List]
- **Subgenres**: [Specific subgenres]
## Technical Specifications
- **BPM**: [Number or range]
- **Key**: [If relevant]
- **Time Signature**: [4/4, 3/4, etc.]
## Instrumentation
- **Drums**: [Detailed description]
- **Bass**: [Type and character]
- **Keys/Synths**: [Sounds and patches]
- **Guitars**: [Types and tones]
- **Additional**: [Other instruments]
## Vocal Direction
- **Style**: [Descriptors]
- **Register**: [Range]
- **Techniques**: [List]
- **Emotion**: [Quality]
- **Influences**: [Artists]
## Production Aesthetics
- **Era**: [Decade/period]
- **Mix**: [Character]
- **Effects**: [List]
- **Sound**: [Overall quality]
## Reference Tracks
1. "[Song]" by [Artist] - for [element]
2. "[Song]" by [Artist] - for [element]
3. "[Song]" by [Artist] - for [element]
## AI Platform Prompt
[Condensed single paragraph for Suno/Udio]
Quality Checklist
- Genre classification is specific and accurate
- BPM matches genre expectations
- Instrumentation is detailed and coherent
- Vocal direction is actionable
- Era and production aesthetic align
- Reference tracks are relevant and available
- AI prompt is condensed but complete
Integration Points
Related Skills
- SK-MAC-001 (lyric-writing) - Lyrics this style accompanies
- SK-MAC-006 (genre-analysis) - Deep genre knowledge
- SK-MAC-007 (vocal-direction) - Extended vocal specs
- SK-MAC-008 (production-guidance) - Production details
- SK-MAC-010 (music-prompt-engineering) - Platform optimization
Related Agents
- AG-MAC-002 (music-producer-agent) - Primary executor
- AG-MAC-005 (album-curator-agent) - Sonic palette context
BPM Reference Guide
| Genre | Typical BPM |
|---|---|
| Ballad | 60-80 |
| R&B | 60-90 |
| Hip-Hop | 80-115 |
| Pop | 100-130 |
| Rock | 110-140 |
| House | 120-130 |
| Techno | 130-150 |
| Drum & Bass | 160-180 |
References
- Genre taxonomy databases (AllMusic, Discogs)
- AI music platform documentation
- Music production terminology guides
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