Tutorial

Create Your First Music with ElevenMusic AI (Complete Guide)

Published March 15, 2025 • Reading time: 7 min

ElevenMusic interface with AI music being generated
ElevenMusic's intuitive interface for creating AI music

ElevenMusic by ElevenLabs revolutionizes music creation by allowing anyone to generate original tracks in seconds. This step-by-step guide will show you how to create your first composition, even without musical knowledge.

Step 1: Access ElevenMusic

Go to the official ElevenMusic website and log in (or create a free account). The free version already allows full testing.

Step 2: Understand the Interface

The studio consists of 3 main sections:

  • Music prompt: Describe your music
  • Advanced settings: Style, BPM, instruments
  • Preview: Listen and adjust
Pro tip: Start with simple prompts like "energetic pop music" before experimenting with complex descriptions.

Step 3: Your First Prompt

Try this prompt to start:

"An energetic electro pop music with bright synths and catchy melody, tempo 120 BPM, no lyrics"

Step 4: Advanced Customization

Explore the options:

Parameter Recommended values
Duration 30s to test, 2-3 min for a complete track
Style Pop, Electro, Cinematic, Lo-fi...
Instruments Synth, Piano, Guitar, Drums...

Step 5: Generation and Export

Click "Generate" (count 15-45 seconds). Once satisfied:

  1. Download the .mp3 or .wav file
  2. Share the link directly
  3. Integrate into your video projects

Practical case: Music for YouTube

For a powerful YouTube intro:

"Short dynamic intro with powerful beats and futuristic sound effects, 10 seconds, cyberpunk style"

Instant result, royalty-free for your channel.

Creation FAQ

Yes, each generation creates a unique variation. Try with "Variation 1", "Slower version" etc.
Specify instruments ("Rhodes electric piano"), atmosphere ("rainy urban night") and references ("Daft Punk style").

Ready to create? Try ElevenMusic Free →