Johnny Thompson is a living legend—a title you don’t get just by showing up. You’ve heard of Vernon, Miller, Elmsley, Jennings, and Marlo, but there’s only one Thompson in the magic world. A decade ago, he decided to document not one, not two, but FOUR VOLUMES of his close-up repertoire. This isn’t just a collection; it’s a masterclass from one of our art's true pioneers. If you’re serious about your magic, these volumes should already be a staple in your library. And guess what? You can now snag the entire collection as a download. Perfect for those moments when you want to brush up on your sleight of hand while waiting for your coffee to brew!
Here’s a sneak peek at what each volume holds:
Volume One
Balls & Net (Silent Mora - Dai Vernon) - Johnny spills the beans on the current thinking behind this classic. Don't worry, he’s not silent during this explanation!
Coins Through Table (Al Baker) - A mashup of Baker, Vernon, and Slydini that’ll make your table the star of the show.
Han Ping Chien Coin Trick (Han Ping Chien) - Johnny’s palms-up take on this Chinese classic will have you rethinking your coin work.
Winged Silver (Dai Vernon) - The Professor's method for Coins Across, explained so clearly you’ll think you’re in the front row of a lecture.
Copper & Silver Transposition (Dai Vernon) - Vernon's handling of this classic is laid out in detail. No magic stone required.
Vanishing Glass (Glass Through Table) (Max Matini) - A delightful combo of Malini’s routine with a nifty T. Nelson Downs twist.
Benson's Bowl Routine (Roy Benson) - Roy’s version of Cups and Balls that’ll have you pondering your own approach.
Matching the Cards (Leipzig's Opener) (Dai Vernon) - Exactly as presented by the Professor—because who doesn’t want a slice of the original pie?
Automatic Aces (Birds of a Feather) (Hofzinser) - Thompson’s take on the classic known as MacDonald's Aces will make your audience gasp.
Volume Two
The Travelers - Card in Envelope (Dai Vernon - Paul Le Paul) - Vernon's handling is fully dissected. Get ready to step up your card game.
Triumph (Dai Vernon) - A look at the Strip-Out Shuffle method that even the Professor used—because why not learn from the best?
The Endless Chain (George Blake) - A three-phase routine straight from the Blake manuscript that will keep your audience guessing.
Vernon Poker Deal (Dai Vernon) - This routine comes with an explanation of the Zarrow Shuffle, so sharpen your card skills.
Chink-A-Chink (Max Malini) - Malini’s routine fully unpacked, because who doesn’t love some classic coin magic?
The Cap & Pence (Nate Leipzig) - A classic rendition of Leipzig's Pride that’ll have you nodding in appreciation.
Mental Card Miracle (Princess Card Trick) (Harry Harper/Dai Vernon) - A thorough rundown of the Jacob Daley version of this crowd-pleaser.
Volume Three
The Biddle Trick (Eimer Biddle / Alex Elmsley / Ed Marlo) - A routine and handling based on the original Biddle effect that you’ll want to add to your repertoire.
Malini Card Stab (Max Malini) - A quick, effective method performed on surfaces you can find at home—no fancy props needed.
Koran Medallion (Al Koran) - This medallion stays in full view the entire time. Trust us, it’s as good as it sounds.
Heads Up - A mental effect using borrowed coins that’s bound to leave your spectators scratching their heads.
Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind (Dai Vernon) - The Professor's classic mental card mystery explained in detail.
Phantom Cigarette (Manuel) - Learn Manuel’s technique for this classic cigarette effect—because who doesn’t want a bit of nostalgia?
Hanky Panky (Emil Jarrow) - Jarrow's impromptu Solid-Through-Solid routine that you can pull off anytime.
Spellbound (Dai Vernon) - Vernon's classic routine, now with some additions that make it even more impressive.
Presto Chango (Thomas Beardon) - A walk-around routine that wraps up with a clean, hands-on version of the Copper & Silver transformation.
Coin In Bottle - Thompson’s take on this classic, loaded with subtleties that’ll make you look like a pro.
3 Ball Routine (John Scarne / Oscar Pladic) - Taught to John by Oscar, this is as good as it gets for ball routines.
No Body Load Livestock Production (Tony Marks) - The best non-body load production you’ll ever learn. Seriously.
Volume Four
Cups & Balls (Malini / Miller / Gayot / Bosco / Vernon / Daley) - Johnny performs and explains his entire routine. It’s like attending a masterclass in your living room.
Cutting The Aces (Dai Vernon) - The Professor’s story-themed classic that’s as entertaining as it is impressive.
Color Changing Knife - Thompson’s routine is simple, direct, and ends with a surprise third color change that’ll get your audience buzzing.
Color Changing Deck (Henry Christ / Paul Curry) - A complete breakdown of Paul Curry's commercial routine for the Christ classic that you can’t miss.
In-Depth Interview With Michael Ammar - Sit down with Johnny as he shares insights and stories from the magic world.
Plus, hear tales about Charlie Miller, Dai Vernon, Max Malini, and unforgettable nights at the Castle. Johnny even throws in his advice on how to be a good magician. You’ll want to take notes!
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