# Roots, Traditional & Global

29 compact style cards. Select references by musical compatibility, then open only the chosen template paths.

| ID | Style | Secondary routes | Tempo / key | Mood arc | Vocal cue | Core palette | Template |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| `acoustic-blues-folk_0001` | Acoustic Blues / Folk | — | 125 BPM; F minor | The piece opens with a solitary, introspective mood established by the instrumental introduction, maintaining a consistent atmosphere of wistful longing throughout. | Singer A (Male). | A solo acoustic guitar serves as the sole harmonic and melodic foundation, utilizing a fingerstyle technique that weaves bass lines, chords, and melodic fills simultaneously. | `templates/acoustic-blues-folk_0001.txt` |
| `celtic-folk-contemporary-folk-rock_0001` | Celtic Folk / Contemporary Folk-Rock | — | 158 BPM; G major | The piece opens with a wistful and nostalgic atmosphere established by solo woodwinds, which gradually builds into a warm, communal sentiment as the full band enters. | Singer A (Male). | A rhythmic acoustic guitar provides the core harmonic strumming pattern throughout the entire track, serving as the structural backbone. | `templates/celtic-folk-contemporary-folk-rock_0001.txt` |
| `celtic-folk-ethereal-ballad_0001` | Celtic Folk / Ethereal Ballad | general-pop-ballad | 78 BPM; Eb minor | The piece opens with a somber, solitary atmosphere that establishes a sense of ancient longing. | Singer A (Female). | A finger-picked acoustic guitar provides the foundational harmonic rhythm from the very beginning, continuing through to the end as the structural backbone of the song. | `templates/celtic-folk-ethereal-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `chinese-folk-acoustic-ballad_0001` | Chinese Folk / Acoustic Ballad | — | 80 BPM; G major | The piece opens with a serene, nostalgic atmosphere established by sparse instrumentation, evoking a sense of quiet storytelling. | Singer A (Male). | An acoustic guitar with a finger-picked pattern serves as the foundational harmonic and rhythmic element, present from the Intro through to the Outro. | `templates/chinese-folk-acoustic-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `chinese-folk-cinematic-ballad_0001` | Chinese Folk / Cinematic Ballad | cinematic-pop-ballad | 85 BPM; C minor | The piece opens with a serene, contemplative atmosphere established by a solitary wind instrument, evoking a sense of vast natural space. | Singer A (Female). | A solo bamboo flute (Dizi) serves as the melodic anchor, introducing the main motif in the Intro and returning for the Outro. | `templates/chinese-folk-cinematic-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `chinese-folk-contemporary-ballad_0001` | Chinese Folk / Contemporary Ballad | general-pop-ballad | 70 BPM; B minor | The piece opens with a solitary, contemplative atmosphere that establishes a tone of wistful nostalgia. | Singer A (Male). | An acoustic guitar plays a delicate, finger-picked arpeggio pattern that serves as the harmonic backbone from the Intro to the Outro. | `templates/chinese-folk-contemporary-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `chinese-traditional-cinematic-ballad_0001` | Chinese Traditional / Cinematic Ballad | cinematic-pop-ballad | 71 BPM; F minor | The piece opens with a solitary, mournful atmosphere established by a wind instrument, evoking a sense of ancient solitude. | Singer A (Female). | A solo bamboo flute (Dizi) serves as the primary melodic voice in the intro and outro, carrying the main motif with an expressive, breathy tone. | `templates/chinese-traditional-cinematic-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `chinese-traditional-cinematic-ballad_0002` | Chinese Traditional / Cinematic Ballad | cinematic-pop-ballad | 90 BPM; A minor | The piece opens with a solitary, wistful atmosphere established by a lone wind instrument, setting a tone of historical melancholy. | Singer A (Female). | A solo bamboo flute (Dizi) serves as the primary melodic voice in the introduction and interludes, characterized by its airy, breathy tone and expressive vibrato. | `templates/chinese-traditional-cinematic-ballad_0002.txt` |
| `chinese-traditional-cinematic-ballad_0003` | Chinese Traditional / Cinematic Ballad | cinematic-pop-ballad | 79 BPM; Bb major | The piece opens with a solitary, mournful atmosphere established by traditional instrumentation, evoking a sense of ancient solitude. | Singer A (Male). | A bowed string instrument (resembling an Erhu) serves as the primary melodic voice, introducing the main theme in the intro and weaving counter-melodies around the vocal line throughout the verses and choruses. | `templates/chinese-traditional-cinematic-ballad_0003.txt` |
| `chinese-traditional-cinematic-world-music_0001` | Chinese Traditional / Cinematic World Music | general-pop-ballad | 80 BPM; F minor | The piece opens with a serene, meditative atmosphere established by sparse instrumentation, evoking a sense of ancient stillness. | Singer A (Female). | A solo bamboo flute (Dizi) serves as the primary melodic voice in the intro and interludes, characterized by its breathy, expressive tone and extensive use of vibrato and glissando. | `templates/chinese-traditional-cinematic-world-music_0001.txt` |
| `chinese-traditional-new-age-ballad_0001` | Chinese Traditional / New Age Ballad | electronic-synth-ambient-pop | 69 BPM; D minor | The piece opens with a solitary, mournful atmosphere established by a traditional wind instrument, setting a tone of deep nostalgia. | Singer A (Female). | A traditional bamboo flute (Dizi) serves as the primary melodic voice in the intro and interludes, delivering a plaintive, ornamented melody. | `templates/chinese-traditional-new-age-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `cinematic-folk-epic-orchestral_0001` | Cinematic Folk / Epic Orchestral | general-pop-ballad | 113 BPM; A minor | The piece opens with a somber, narrative-driven atmosphere, characterized by intimacy and restraint. | Singer A (Male). | A solo cello provides the initial melodic and harmonic anchor, playing long, mournful lines from the Intro through the first half. | `templates/cinematic-folk-epic-orchestral_0001.txt` |
| `cinematic-folk-epic-pop-ballad_0001` | Cinematic Folk / Epic Pop Ballad | general-pop-ballad | 71 BPM; A minor | The piece opens with a solitary, melancholic introspection that feels vast and lonely. | A single Male vocalist delivers the performance. | A finger-picked acoustic guitar serves as the foundational harmonic instrument, present from the very beginning and continuing throughout the entire track, anchoring the song's folk roots. | `templates/cinematic-folk-epic-pop-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `cinematic-folk-musical-theatre-ballad_0001` | Cinematic Folk / Musical Theatre Ballad | traditional-vocal-stage | 125 BPM; G minor | The piece opens with a somber, narrative-driven atmosphere that feels like an ancient tale being recounted. | Singer A (Male) and Singer B (Female). | An acoustic guitar with a steady, finger-picked arpeggio pattern serves as the harmonic backbone throughout the entire track, providing continuity and rhythmic stability. | `templates/cinematic-folk-musical-theatre-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `dark-folk-cinematic-americana_0001` | Dark Folk / Cinematic Americana | country-americana | 136 BPM; C minor | The piece opens with a stark, ominous stillness that gradually accumulates weight and foreboding tension. | Singer A (Male). | An acoustic guitar with a dark, woody tone provides the foundational rhythmic and harmonic pulse via a steady, percussive strumming pattern that persists from the first verse through to the outro. | `templates/dark-folk-cinematic-americana_0001.txt` |
| `folk-americana_0001` | Folk / Americana | country-americana | 83 BPM; Bb major | The piece opens with a somber, reflective mood established by sparse instrumentation, maintaining a narrative restraint through the verses. | Singer A (Male). | An acoustic guitar with a finger-picked pattern serves as the harmonic backbone, present from the Intro through to the Outro, providing a steady rhythmic and melodic foundation. | `templates/folk-americana_0001.txt` |
| `folk-americana_0002` | Folk / Americana | country-americana | 85 BPM; C major | The piece opens with a solitary, narrative-driven intimacy that feels weathered and reflective. | Singer A (Male). | A steel-string acoustic guitar serves as the harmonic backbone, employing a steady finger-picking pattern that persists from the intro through the outro, providing rhythmic and melodic continuity. | `templates/folk-americana_0002.txt` |
| `folk-americana_0003` | Folk / Americana | country-americana | 82 BPM; E major | The piece opens with a quiet, contemplative atmosphere that suggests anticipation and stillness. | Singer A (Male). | An acoustic guitar provides the foundational harmonic and rhythmic structure throughout the entire track, utilizing a steady finger-picking pattern that anchors the song's folk identity. | `templates/folk-americana_0003.txt` |
| `folk-americana-bluegrass-pop_0001` | Folk / Americana / Bluegrass-Pop | country-americana | 125 BPM; G major | The track opens with an intimate, storytelling atmosphere that feels grounded and personal. | Singer A (Male) serves as the primary lead, possessing a clear, warm baritone with a slight rustic twang that suits the narrative style. | A bright, rhythmic acoustic guitar drives the harmonic foundation with steady strumming patterns from the Intro to the Outro. | `templates/folk-americana-bluegrass-pop_0001.txt` |
| `folk-americana-storytelling_0001` | Folk / Americana Storytelling | country-americana | 88 BPM; D minor | The piece opens with a solitary, rustic atmosphere that feels introspective and slightly melancholic. | Singer A (Male). | A steel-string acoustic guitar serves as the harmonic backbone throughout the entire track, utilizing a mix of fingerpicking in the verses and fuller strumming patterns in the choruses to drive the rhythm. | `templates/folk-americana-storytelling_0001.txt` |
| `folk-children-s-storytelling_0001` | Folk / Children's Storytelling | general-pop-ballad | 128 BPM; C major | The piece maintains a consistently gentle, whimsical, and educational tone throughout its duration. | Singer A (Male). | An acoustic guitar provides the core harmonic and rhythmic foundation, utilizing a steady, finger-picked pattern that persists from the Intro to the Outro, anchoring the song's folk character. | `templates/folk-children-s-storytelling_0001.txt` |
| `folk-narrative-ballad_0001` | Folk / Narrative Ballad | general-pop-ballad | 158 BPM; E major | The piece opens with a mysterious and storytelling atmosphere, establishing a sense of ancient lore. | Singer A (Female). | A bright, resonant pitched percussion instrument (resembling a kalimba or music box) plays a repetitive, arpeggiated motif that serves as the harmonic and melodic backbone from the very first second to the final… | `templates/folk-narrative-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `folk-blues-acoustic-ballad_0001` | Folk Blues / Acoustic Ballad | — | 61 BPM; F minor | The piece opens with a solitary, intimate atmosphere that feels raw and confessional. | Singer A (Male). | A steel-string acoustic guitar serves as the harmonic backbone throughout the entire track, utilizing a finger-picking style in the verses that transitions to a more rhythmic, percussive strumming pattern as the… | `templates/folk-blues-acoustic-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `folk-rock-blues-rock_0001` | Folk Rock / Blues Rock | soul-blues-gospel | 77 BPM; G minor | The piece opens with a solitary, introspective mood established by sparse instrumentation, evoking a sense of lonely wandering. | Singer A (Male). | An acoustic guitar with a bright, percussive strumming pattern serves as the harmonic backbone throughout the entire track, providing rhythmic drive and chordal structure. | `templates/folk-rock-blues-rock_0001.txt` |
| `folk-rock-sea-shanty-revival_0001` | Folk Rock / Sea Shanty Revival | general-pop-ballad | 130 BPM; C minor | The piece launches with high-energy, communal exuberance, establishing a raucous and celebratory tone immediately. | Singer A (Male) and a Male Choir Ensemble. | A rhythmic acoustic guitar with a bright, percussive strumming pattern drives the harmonic structure from start to finish, locking tightly with the percussion. | `templates/folk-rock-sea-shanty-revival_0001.txt` |
| `folk-rock-singer-songwriter_0001` | Folk Rock / Singer-Songwriter | general-pop-ballad | 83 BPM; G major | The piece opens with a contemplative and narrative tone, establishing a sense of ancient storytelling. | A single male vocalist delivers the performance with a rich, resonant baritone that possesses a slightly raspy, earthy texture. | An acoustic guitar serves as the harmonic backbone, utilizing a mix of finger-picking patterns in the verses and vigorous strumming in the choruses. | `templates/folk-rock-singer-songwriter_0001.txt` |
| `reggae-roots-reggae_0001` | Reggae / Roots Reggae | — | 158 BPM; A minor | The track establishes a relaxed, swaying groove immediately, maintaining a consistent atmosphere of laid-back resilience throughout the verses. | Singer A (Male). | A clean electric guitar playing the characteristic off-beat "skank" rhythm serves as the primary harmonic driver, present from the Intro to the Outro. | `templates/reggae-roots-reggae_0001.txt` |
| `traditional-chinese-folk-new-age-ballad_0001` | Traditional Chinese Folk / New Age Ballad | electronic-synth-ambient-pop | 69 BPM; C major | The piece opens with a solitary, mournful atmosphere established by a wind instrument, evoking a sense of ancient solitude. | Singer A (Female). | A breathy bamboo flute (Dizi) serves as the primary melodic voice in the Intro and Outro, carrying the main thematic material with expressive slides and ornamentation. | `templates/traditional-chinese-folk-new-age-ballad_0001.txt` |
| `traditional-folk-maritime-ballad_0001` | Traditional Folk / Maritime Ballad | general-pop-ballad | 61 BPM; Bb minor | The piece opens with a somber, reflective atmosphere established by the piano, maintaining a steady, mournful tone throughout. | Singer A (Male). | A grand piano serves as the sole harmonic and melodic foundation, playing flowing arpeggiated figures and sustained chords from the Intro through to the Outro, providing both rhythmic momentum and emotional weight. | `templates/traditional-folk-maritime-ballad_0001.txt` |