AIVA.

Who is AIVA suited to?

AIVA helps create musical compositions and continue working on them after the first generation. The developer describes a range of styles, the option to use audio or MIDI as an influence, and tools for editing the result. This suits people who want not just background music, but a musical starting point to develop in their own workflow.

MIDI and a finished audio recording serve different purposes. MIDI stores musical control information that you can continue editing in compatible software; audio contains the resulting sound. Before choosing a plan, decide which output your project needs.

Permissions are tied to the plan

AIVA’s free tier requires non-commercial use and attribution. Paid options differ in monetisation limits and composition rights; Pro terms are described separately. The word “free” on the homepage does not give permission to use the music in an advertisement or hand it over to a client.

Creating a musical intro

Define its purpose first: a recognisable opening, a transition or a restrained backing track. Choose style and tempo, then assess the musical phrase’s opening and ending. A short intro needs a clear musical idea more than a complex arrangement.

If you continue editing, save versions and compare them at equal volume. A louder version often seems more expressive without improving the composition. Check whether the music competes with speech and whether it has a suitable ending. You can revise a generated draft manually, but rights to the source material must still match the intended use.

What to expect from the result

The generator offers a musical direction, not a guaranteed hit or a completely ready sound identity of the brand. Sometimes it is enough to rearrange parts and change the instrument, sometimes it is easier to start over. Do not use someone else's melody as an influence without the necessary rights.

Formats and access

AIVA works through its own service and supported applications. The number of downloads, track length and formats vary by subscription. For a working order, first check the export and license, then calculate the amount of generation. Confirmation of conditions is useful to save along with project files.

Suitable tasks

• Instrumental compositions
• Screensavers and background themes
• MIDI music drafts
• Search for style and arrangement