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Volume 1 Contains:The Invisible Deck - You know the score: a card is freely named, and it’s the only face-down card in a face-up deck. But prepare to be blindsided. Michael takes cues from Bruce Cervon, Allan Ackerman, and Steve Beam to craft a streamlined version using a regular deck. Join the ranks of magicians who’ve speculated on this classic—you'll get all the inside info now.
The Smiling Mule - A classic from Roy Walton, but Michael has polished it up, eliminating the one cringe moment that could derail the whole thing. This routine is as solid for close-up as it is for stand-up and has earned its place in the arsenal of many top card sharks.
The Ooh-Ah Bird - Give those fingers a break! This gem is perfect for kid shows at restaurants. It’s simple, vibrant, and downright hilarious, plus the kids get a sweet origami figure to take home. Oh, and you’ll pick up some new nuggets on the classic Cross-the-Cut Force. If you’re new to card magic, this is a fun way to ease in.
The Pothole Trick - Here’s the heavyweight of the collection! This trick is a hot topic among magicians and is downright baffling. There are plenty of “moving hole” tricks, but none hit like The Pothole Trick. If moving holes were a thing, this would be the poster child. And the kicker? Your spectators leave with your business card in an impossible condition. Even if magic isn’t your bread and butter, handing out business cards gets a boost with this one. Michael's revealed the method for the first time, along with some secrets that have stayed under wraps for too long. This routine alone is worth the price of admission.
Dr. Strangetrick - This handling of Card Warp might just be the most mind-boggling out there. Designed to baffle even the sharpest spectators, this is Michael's go-to opener. For the first time, he spills all the secrets—nothing’s off the table.
The Judah Shoelace Routine - Reviving a classic penetration effect, Stewart Judah’s trick faded due to the need for a paper straw. Michael’s simple fix makes it easy to carry the props right in your pockets.
A Trick for O'Brien - George Orwell would appreciate this one. It taps into the idea that “who controls the present controls the past; who controls the past controls the future,” transforming a prediction effect into something miraculous. The principle can be applied to a variety of effects.
The Imagination Tester - A quirky origami effect where a paperfold of a belt buckle comes to life.
Tut Tut - Four widely spaced Aces converge to trap a selected card. This sneaky effect lets you shuffle the deck as much as you want while still prepping for those memorized deck mysteries.
Myopia - This one’s a step away from genuine mind reading. Two spectators think of cards, you ask one question, and bam! You name them both.
The Birthday Book - A spectator picks a card, you reveal a date book, and lo and behold, the card next to their birthday matches perfectly. Michael Close has used this method to blow the minds of magicians and laymen worldwide.
Volume 2 Contains:Pink Floyd - The backs of four jokers flip from blue to red and back again. This is the ideal opener and resets in a snap! Pink Floyd is a masterclass in logical, efficient card handling.
Renaldo the Great - A routine for the classic Chinese Prayer Vase that’ll fool your magic buddies and the cheeky kid at the restaurant. This hilarious routine is perfect for table hopping.
The El Cheepo Magic Club - Inspired by Paul Harris' Flash Fold, this routine is a hit with kids, leaving you with a business card in hand for the parents. It’s also a lesson in using presentation to mask methodological quirks.
Coda Chrome - An incredible three-way coincidence that will leave both magicians and laymen scratching their heads. Based on Stewart James' work, Coda Chrome takes “outs” to a whole new level.
Chicken Teriyaki - A beautifully crafted Copper-Silver transposition that seamlessly incorporates gaffs without a hitch. Ideal for walk-around, and the magic unfolds right in the spectator's hands.
You Hue - A Wild Card routine that incorporates the spectator's name along with a freely chosen color marker. You Hue is another brilliant example of using outs, and that gaff has applications in various tricks. It’s a real showstopper!
Red Blue Mama Fooler - Odd name, killer effect. The audience names a card, and a red-backed deck is spread to reveal one blue-backed card—the named card. As a kicker, a blue-backed deck is shown, revealing one red-backed card, which is also the named card.
The Wishing Trick - This is Michael Close’s go-to for mastering a memorized deck. The routine is charming, and you’ll learn essential techniques for memorized deck work.
The Haunted Deck - Spectators name any card, and without any overt manipulation, the deck cuts itself right at that card. Another gem for the memorized deck, but it can be done without one too. Michael’s added a visual touch that makes it look like the deck has a life of its own.
Reverse Logic - The perfect strolling card routine featuring a series of baffling reversals. The modular nature means you can wrap it up at any point and still deliver a strong conclusion.
26 Cents Worth of Change - A true rarity in magic: an impromptu coin trick. Two dimes undergo a series of logical changes, ultimately leaving the magician with only a penny. Another solid option for strolling gigs.
Flying Home - Michael Close’s take on the classic “Homing Card” effect. A signed card flies to the pocket twice, and for a final kicker, the entire deck ends up in the pocket, leaving only the signed card behind.
Volume 3 Contains:Erma la Fource - A method for the classic “Oscar” trick that fools both laymen and magicians. The magician makes the prediction: The Name of Your Card is Erma! The spectator names a card and deals through the deck himself. Each card bears a different name, and there’s only one “Erma” card—it’s the named card.
Tamariz Rabbits - Michael Close’s routine for Juan Tamariz’s commercial packet trick. He’s eliminated the need to switch cards from your pocket while still retaining maximum changes. A fantastic trick for kids.
The Unreality Machine - Another quirky origami effect involving an unexpected transposition between an origami snowball and a pack of matches. The climax looks like “morphing.”
Close's Clones - A restaurant routine that packs in huge laughs with minimal effort. It’s topical, funny, and extremely commercial.
Down for the Count - Here’s another funny routine that’s a breeze to perform. The magician proves without a doubt that someone at the table is a vampire.
The Card, the Forehead, and the Saltshaker - One of Michael Close's beloved routines and a masterclass in audience management. This is the first time all the details have been shared on video. Audiences rave about this one—now you can learn the ins and outs straight from Michael.
Too Ahead - A three-phase coin routine that exemplifies diabolical routining. Perfect for table hopping and standing gigs, its subtle handling has fooled some of the best in the biz and can be adapted to other effects.
Four-Card Reiteration - Dan Garrett's fantastic routine offers a lesson in expert card handling, complete with a discussion on palming and Michael’s utility move, The Last Card Push.
The Lie Detector - The most commercially viable version out there.
Volume 4 Contains:The Big Surprise - The ultimate way to kick off and wrap up your show. A funny, seamless handling of the classic Card in Box effect. The assisting spectator discovers that the Big Surprise Canister actually holds a big surprise.
A Visit from Rocco - A delightful presentation of a great Larry West trick. Using giant bills, the magician gives Rocco and the audience a lesson in arithmetic.
Rocco Returns - Rocco’s back, this time with a lesson in Find the Lady. Michael’s routine for Ton Onosaka’s Lucky Lady shares valuable insights on motivated prop handling.
Ring Fright - Michael blends ideas from Gaetan Bloom and Terri Rogers to create a remarkable transposition of two objects. And since no pulls are involved, the spectator's finger ring is safe and sound.
Take a Letter - A bizarre effect using common stationery items. Never have so many magical principles been harnessed for such an odd routine.
Butte Ox? Two Butte Ox! - Michael’s take on Johnny Paul’s classic Cheek to Cheek effect. Hilarious and a masterclass in intelligent, motivated card handling. This is a staple in Michael's stand-up act.
Bonus routine! - Michael performs (but doesn't explain) Stupid Travelers. Witness a wild mishmash of card technique and madcap behavior. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you might even call the authorities.
Rubik's Dollar Bill - A penetration effect using a dollar bill, a playing card, and a toothpick. This is the first time all the details have been revealed on video!
The Growing Toothpick - Just thirty seconds of visual magic as a toothpick triples in length.
Origami Bill Production - A flashy way to give spectators an origami souvenir. A borrowed bill instantly folds into an origami figure. Attach the bill to your business card, and you’ve got an ideal giveaway.
The Frog Prince - Lauded by the experts as one of the new “classics” of close-up magic, this astounding card routine features a freely selected card transposing with a card folded into an origami frog. A true reputation maker.
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