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The right background music can take Instagram Stories, Reels, and posts from good to great. Evoke the right emotions in viewers using peaceful melodies paired with beautiful sunsets or upbeat tunes on fast-paced gym routines.
This guide covers how to put music on Instagram videos using the Instagram app, with a step-by-step walkthrough for creating and editing videos using royalty-free music in Clipchamp video editor.
How to add music to Instagram Stories
To add music to an Instagram Story, open the Instagram app on a smartphone, then follow the steps below.
Tap on the plus (+) symbol to open the create options, then tap on the story option.
Add a video or image to the story by tapping on the camera roll and selecting media.
Tap on the music icon to open audio options.
Scroll through song recommendations or use the search bar.
After finding a song, tap on the audio track.
Use the slider to choose a section of the song, then tap on the done button.
Tap share to post the story.
How to add music to Instagram posts (videos and images)
It's easy to add music to both Instagram video and image posts that will appear on the main feed. Open the Instagram app on a smartphone and follow the steps below.
Tap on the plus (+) symbol to open the create options, then tap on the post option.
Add a video or image to the post from the camera roll then tap on the next button.
Editing and music options will appear. Scroll through the recommended songs, or tap on the browse button to see more music options.
After finding a song, tap on the audio track.
Use the slider to choose a section of the song, then tap on the done button.
Tap on the next button to add post details.
How to add music to Instagram Reels
To add music to an Instagram Reel, open the Instagram app on a smartphone and follow the steps below.
Tap on the plus (+) symbol to open the create options, then tap on the Reel option.
Select media assets from the camera roll, then tap on the next button.
The Reel will automatically sync to suggested audio tracks. Browse the suggested music or use the search icon to select a different track.
After finding a song, tap on the audio track, then tap on the next button.
Finish editing the Reel with other editing options.
Explore the Clipchamp royalty-free stock music library
Background music sets the mood in seconds, so finding the right track is essential when editing videos. The Clipchamp content library includes a wide range of royalty-free music tracks across genres such as pop, EDM, hip-hop, jazz, lo-fi, and country. All tracks are exclusive to Clipchamp and cleared for use in social media videos, so there's no risk of copyright errors on Instagram.
Some tracks come in multiple versions, including an intro and outro cut, or 30-second and 60-second edit. These suit Stories and Reels without any trimming needed. Browse by mood or genre directly inside the editor or search by track name to find something specific.
All music in the royalty-free stock music library is free to use with a Clipchamp account. To explore the full range, open the content library tab inside the editor and select music from the audio dropdown.
How to add music to Instagram videos with Clipchamp
Step 1. Import an Instagram video or start with a template
Get started by uploading personal footage. Click on the your media tab on the toolbar, then click on the import media button. Upload files directly from a computer or connected cloud storage. If no personal videos are available, choose from the royalty-free stock video footage inside the Clipchamp content library to suit the video's theme.
Drag and drop the video onto the timeline.
Adjust the video aspect ratio to suit Instagram. Select the correct aspect ratio using the video resizer. Next, use the fill or fit button in the floating toolbar to match the video to the aspect ratio.
Alternatively, use an Instagram template for Story, Reel, and post videos to create videos faster. Click on the templates tab on the toolbar then select Instagram to browse options by category or keyword.
Select an Instagram template then drag and drop it onto the timeline. This will add all media assets, including text and music. Easily replace any existing assets with new media and swapped assets will automatically fall into place.
Step 2. Add music to an Instagram video
The Clipchamp content library contains a wide range of royalty-free and copyright-free music across genres. To add music from the stock library, click on the content library tab on the toolbar, then select music from the audio dropdown arrow. Enter keywords into the search bar or scroll through the collections to find music by mood or genre.
Drag and drop the audio track onto the bottom layer of the timeline.
Step 3. Customize background music length and volume
Adjust the length of the music to match the video duration using the video trimmer. Click the asset on the timeline, then drag the left handle to trim the audio track.
To change the music volume, click the audio tab on the property panel. Drag the volume slider left to make music softer or right to make it louder.
Add pacing and dramatic tension by adding fade ins and fade outs. Click the music in the timeline, then click the fade tab in the property panel. Drag the sliders left or right to adjust the fade length. Alternatively, enter the exact length in seconds and nanoseconds by typing numbers into the text field.
Step 4. Save and share video to Instagram
Preview the finished Instagram video before sharing by pressing the play button. Then click on the export button and select a video resolution. Choose between saving the Instagram video to a device or connected cloud storage.
Continue mastering Instagram videos by learning how to make Reels and how to do a collab post with a fellow creator.
Start creating Instagram Stories, Reels, and posts today with Clipchamp video editor or download the Clipchamp Microsoft Windows app.
Frequently asked questions
How to add music to a picture?
It's easy to add music to individual image and carousel image posts inside the Instagram app. Alternatively, use Clipchamp video editor to add personal or royalty-free music to video slideshows that contain personal or stock images.
How to add original audio to an Instagram post?
The Instagram app allows original audio to be uploaded directly. To use audio recorded outside of Instagram, use the upload option in the app, or bring the footage into Clipchamp first and add the audio track there. Original, royalty-free, and copyright-free music from the Clipchamp content library is another option.
Can music be added to an Instagram post with multiple pictures?
It's possible to add music to Instagram carousel posts containing up to 20 images.
Heads up! The screenshots in this article are from Clipchamp for personal accounts. The same principles apply to Clipchamp for work and school accounts.
