The next routine I would like to feature is Triumph. This is another stellar routine from Stars of Magic. It should come as no surprise to you that all the routines I have discussed so far, I learnt in my teens from this book. Now, before we go any further, take a look at this …
It may not surprise you to read that the second routine up for discussion is another classic effect direct from Stars of Magic. As a fourteen year old, Christmas Day 1978, this book was wrapped up under the Christmas Tree along with Cy Endfield’s Entertaining Card Magic. These two books had a big impact on …
My post yesterday generated a lot of positive feedback. Big thanks to all of you for sharing your thoughts. In reading through my notes, I realised this particular conversation is incomplete. Rightly so because Cutting The Aces is a big subject. The routine by Dai Vernon is a presentation masterpiece. The handling described in Stars …
Welcome to a new series of blog post dedicated to classic routines. I would like to start off with this wonderful premise of Cutting The Aces. I was first exposed to this plot from reading Dai Vernon’s brilliant interpretation from Stars of Magic. Once again, I am referencing a book that has had a profound …
He passed away in 1992 and still, his teachings are present in my work. As I look at my magic now, I can see the hand and influence of Dai Vernon in all that I do. Simplicity. Directness. Pure Effect. This is my model for strong magic and effective presentation. Take a moment please to …
In the company of Michael Skinner, I felt I too could be a great magician.
I do not consider myself to be a creative magician – I do not create original effects, that’s not how my brain works. I work to my true power: I like to read and study the classics. I enjoy the thrill of mastering difficult Sleight of Hand. I love subtleties in card magic, audience attention …
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Currently lecturing in Lebanon.
My studies in card magic took place at a point in time when all of my heroes where still alive. My great fortune was to meet them all. My only disappointment was not meeting Fred Kaps and Edward Marlo – such is life. I must pay tribute to Alan Alan. He would be the …
Card Magic and Magical Skill is a Paradox for magicians.
