joden
thx sanderX
 
I would be using it primarily to run VST synths (via virtual midi cabling) from midi backing tracks. Perhaps with some audio as well. I guess the main reason is to be able to dynamically change the sequence of a song in situations, for example, where you are playing a tune, and folks decide to get up and dance in the last 16 bars.  Happens a LOT! 
 
I know I can do this using part markers in Sonar and assigning keys to jump to the markers, but with Sonar having such a bad rep for "live" work, I am looking at alternatives.
 
At present I am using MP3 backing trax (my own recordings from prepared midi files) but this is pretty inflexible and not conducive to quick and easy editing...hence the queries re Live...although I don't think Live has any sort of "setlist" or playlist if you like, function so it is still probs not a goer anyway