When FISM winner J. J. Sanvert takes the stage, his mission is simple — keep you entertained! That’s why every trick in his professional arsenal is polished to perfection, squeezing every ounce of fun out of them. Trust me, each of these gems is strong enough to serve as your grand finale!
In this volume, you’ll discover a collection of astonishing close-up effects that can be performed just about anywhere. Learn them and slot them into your show — each one is a standout!
Psychic Poker - Watch as the performer not only predicts a poker hand from a shuffled deck but also nails a name and address pulled straight from a telephone directory. It’s utterly baffling...and practically self-working!
I Ching - A fresh deck of cards is shuffled, and spectators eliminate cards until only one remains, which miraculously matches the performer’s prediction. You’ll also pick up J.J.’s clever equivoque and verbal control techniques (sneaky, right?).
Royal Rollover Aces - Think you know this classic? Think again! After a few shuffles (face up, face down — the works), the four Aces pop up while the rest of the deck is all face down. And as if that’s not enough, the Aces reveal a Royal Flush in Spades on top of each packet. For the grand finale, the rest of the cards are shown to be in perfect numerical order. You’ll want this as your closer (though J. J. often uses it to kick things off!).
Bill and Pen - The core of a borrowed bill is removed and replaced, only for a fountain pen to be thrust through it, completely unscathed. J.J. blends two classics of magic into a routine that’s as logical as it is magical (seriously, it makes sense!).
Surviving Card - If you’ve ever lost your break or had a pesky spectator, this routine is your secret weapon. The spectator names the only card missing from the deck, which just so happens to be in the performer’s pocket. Spooky!
Show Me A Trick - Once again, J. J. tackles a challenge every close-up magician faces. You’ll learn how to turn a spectator’s request for a trick into a brilliant magical moment (and avoid that awkward silence).
Flying Dollar - This is the crème de la crème of Fingertip Coins Across routines. Watch as coins flit from one hand to the other, only to transform into Chinese coins for the grand finale. The silver coins reappear and vanish one at a time — it’s a hands-on spectacle!
