Magic Tricks

I can't say enough about this edition of the Tarbell Every Trick in the Book series except that it was a fascinating lesson not only in magic effects but also in creativity. I've read all the books and to see Dan re-envisioned interpretation of those effects is just plain genius!! There are two very strong effects in this edition that are going right into my parlour act.

Passe Coins and Glasses: This effect can play big! I love the use of a glass and jar and the method is simple but devious. I picked my mason jars today and I am in the process of gathering and constructing the remaining items. This one goes into my act right away.

The Phantom Coin: Perfect close-up effect. I've seen an effect similar to this in the past. However this routine allows someone like me (with intermediate coin skills) to perform this effect without all the "knuckle busting" sleights and still impress.

The Coin in the Magical Envelope: THIS IS THE ONE!! Seriously! I would have purchased this effect as a stand alone DVD and been very satisfied with my purchase. There were a couple of times I felt a moment of awe and surprise that I remember feeling when I was just starting out in magic. It has plenty of guest interaction (which i love) and really powerful and surprising effects. The structure and handling from start to finish (except one brief moment) was smooth and made sense. I applaud one of the simple sleights that he teaches in this routine. It's a very devious variation on a simple sleight that all magicians know.

What I love best about this series is that Dan will go out of his way to use items that he constructed and then shows you have to construct them. AND I can actually find the materials in my local stores! I must say that the entire series has been well worth the money, time, and effort. Like a really great TV series, I look forward to each edition.

Thank you Dan and Thank you Penguin!