Special occasions are a perfect opportunity for community building through music
Special occasions are a perfect opportunity for groups, schools, and parishes to build community, share values, and celebrate the joy of togetherness. Thanks to the new features of Suno (version 4), an innovative platform for music creation, it is possible to compose personalized and engaging songs in line with the Salesian spirit. Here is a step-by-step guide to using Suno and integrating this creative experience into youth activities.
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1. What is Suno, and why use it for evangelization?
Suno is a platform that leverages artificial intelligence to help users compose music in a simple and intuitive way. We encourage you to explore its new capabilities, even with the free version available this Advent season, within your community. Here are some ideas for using it:
- Create a personalized Christmas song to learn and turn into your group’s Christmas video.
- Generate a Christmas music playlist to use as a soundtrack for your nativity scenes.
- Compose a song to sing when visiting families to share Christmas wishes.
- Customize songs with messages and values to communicate during winter camps or year-end celebrations.
- Support catechesis or Christmas vigils with tailored music.
Your creativity will likely inspire even more uses for pastoral activities!
Pro tip
AI enables the creation of dozens of free songs, but this abundance can risk diluting your efforts. Focus on quality by selecting one or two impactful songs to learn and share rather than generating many that might go unnoticed or unused. For tips to improve your skills, follow the guidance provided by Suno.
2. What is Suno AI?
Launched in 2022, Suno AI is a generative artificial intelligence platform that delivers impressive results in quality and versatility. Thanks to its collaboration with Microsoft and integration with Copilot, Suno AI has established itself as one of the most advanced tools in the music creation field.
With Suno AI, you can do more than create songs. The platform allows you to organize your music library, discover other users’ creations, and share your work with the community.
How to create a song with Suno AI
Creating a song with Suno AI is quick and easy. Follow these steps:
- Sign up on the Suno AI website using the “Sign Up” button.
- Log in via Google, Microsoft, or Discord.
- Click “Create” in the sidebar.
- Provide a description for your song (e.g., “A cheerful Christmas melody”).
- Activate the “Instrumental” option if you want a track without vocals.
- Click “Create” and wait a few seconds.
The AI will generate two versions of your song with the same lyrics but different arrangements. Listen by pressing play or explore details by clicking the title.
👉 Tip: Write a clear description specifying the music genre (rock, pop, jazz, rap) and mood (cheerful, melancholic, energetic). If you want lyrics in Italian, be sure to mention this in the description.
Advanced commands
For greater control over your creation, Suno AI offers an advanced mode:
- Enable “Custom Mode” in the creation section.
- Input custom lyrics, musical style, and song title.
- Use tags in square brackets like [Verse], [Chorus], or [Bridge] to structure the song. Add specific tones, e.g., [Rapped Verse] or [Happy Chorus].
- Generate random lyrics or styles with dedicated buttons to spark inspiration.
Editing songs
Want to extend or modify a song? Here’s how:
- Click the three dots next to the song title and select “Extend”.
- Choose the part of the song you want to change.
- Add new instructions in the description.
- Click “Continue” and let the AI generate two extended versions.
This feature allows you to explore new creative possibilities and combine all sections into a single track.
Sharing your creations
Suno AI makes it easy to download or share your tracks:
- For downloads, choose “Download” from the menu and select audio or video.
- For sharing, copy the song’s link and decide whether to keep it private or make it public.
- Personalize your profile with a custom name and avatar to showcase your creations stylishly.
Organizing your library
The Library section is your personal music space:
- Collect your songs and those created by others.
- Create public or private playlists.
- Manage and delete tracks you no longer need.
With just a few clicks, you can keep everything organized and easily accessible.
Explore: discover music by others
Want to listen to tracks created by other users? The Explore feature lets you browse by genre or discover random songs. Just select a genre or click the dice to start exploring.
Plans and pricing
Suno AI operates on a credit system with three available plans:
- Basic Plan: Free, with 50 credits per day (up to 10 songs daily).
- Pro Plan: $10/month for 2,500 credits.
- Premier Plan: $30/month for 10,000 credits.
Annual payments save you 20%. The free plan is perfect for beginners and allows unlimited creative experimentation.
