How to switch tracks while playing MIDI controller live

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How to switch tracks while playing MIDI controller live

How to switch instrument tracks in real time? I watched a video ad where the guy was changing between different orchestra section instruments throughout the commercial.

Is this possible in Logic Pro 11.2.2? All I could guess is that he must be changing tracks, with each orchestra section loaded in their own track. I never saw his hands leaving the keyboard keys, but maybe that was edited out or he was using a MIDI footswitch. Even so, how is this possible in Logic Pro for Mac?

Thanks in advance (TIA!),

John

Mac mini

Posted on Nov 25, 2025 7:09 AM

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yoyoBen

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Nov 25, 2025 12:46 PM in response to Johne154

Not sure if I've understand you correctly, but you could simply assign a midi note or cc to an appropriate key command, like Select Next Track and Select Previous Track.

Go to Logic pro > Key command > Edit Assignments

To find more key commands, type "track" into the top right search field.

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