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Opening Setlist Guide

Booked to play an opening slot?

Make your first impression unforgettable with our FREE Opening Setlist Guide!

This quickstart guide gives you a proven setlist framework designed to grab attention from your very first note—and keep the energy alive until your final song. Whether you’re opening for a major act or playing a short set in an intimate venue, you’ll learn how to order your songs and craft an experience that connects deeply with your audience.

Inside, you’ll discover:

  • 7 key experiences every powerful opening set needs

  • How to keep your audience engaged (and wanting more!)

  • Action steps you can apply immediately to your next show

You’ve got the songs—now it’s time to shape the experience.

Grab your free guide and start turning listeners into lifelong fans!

Setlist Template

Streamline your live shows with this all-in-one, downloadable template crafted specifically for artists who want to masterfully plan their set from top to bottom. This user-friendly template is ready for your custom input, including your logo, event name, date, song titles, song keys, individual song times, and total run time to ensure you’re always on time and on cue.

Whether you're headlining or opening, this template makes it easy to stay within your allotted set time while maintaining a flawless, professional presentation. Plus, you get a dedicated production setlist template, allowing you to input lighting cues, color palettes, and video syncs for a fully immersive team experience.

Key Features:

  • Fully Customizable Setlist – Input all essential details, so you’re ready to hit the stage without a hitch.

  • Easy Logo Integration – Add your brand touch by inserting your logo and key event details.

  • Run Time Calculations – Ensure your setlist is perfectly timed with calculated song run times and total set time.

  • Production Setlist Template – Align lighting and visuals with each track, choosing color palettes that reflect your style and sync with your content.

Achieve total control over your live show experience and make every performance unforgettable with a well-organized setlist and perfectly synced production cues. A setlist that looks this good, fans will be asking for it after your performance as it makes a great signing item!

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PURPOSE LIVE COURSES

VIP Advance
$9,999.99
One time
$5,499.99
For 2 months

Imagine your tour or show day running seamlessly, where every detail—from setup and soundcheck to the final performance—flows without a hitch. That’s the power of a well-executed show advance, and Purpose Live’s VIP Advance Course equips you with the tools, strategies, and insights to make it happen. Perfect for tour managers, production team members, or any artist aiming to elevate their show experience.


✓ FREE Custom Advance Sheet Downloads
✓ FREE Bus Parking Map PhotoShop File Download
✓ FREE Glossary
✓ On Demand Training
✓ Unlimited Lifetime Access
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