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suggest_doubling

Get instrument doubling suggestions for a primary instrument based on purpose (reinforcement, octave, color) and register (low, middle, high).

Instructions

Suggest instruments for doubling a given instrument.

Args: instrument: Primary instrument to double (e.g., "violin", "flute") purpose: Purpose (reinforcement, octave_above, octave_below, color) register: Register of the passage (low, middle, high)

Returns: Doubling suggestions with rationale

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
instrumentYes
purposeNoreinforcement
registerNomiddle

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior3/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. It discloses it's a suggestion tool with no mutation, but lacks details about prerequisites or limitations.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Very concise with a clear structure: one-line description, then argument list, then return line. No wasted words.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Covers purpose, parameters, and return. With an output schema present, the return is adequately described. Slight gap in differentiating from sibling tools.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%; description gives examples for each parameter (e.g., 'violin', 'reinforcement') but does not fully define allowed values or semantics.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool is for suggesting instruments for doubling, using specific verbs and resource. It distinguishes from sibling tools like 'suggest_instrumentation' which focuses on broader instrumentation.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No explicit guidance on when to use vs alternatives. The purpose is implied but not clarified with when-not or context.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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