Step into a realm of charm and sophistication...
...where time hits the pause button, cash vanishes into oblivion, and black morphs into white (and vice versa, obviously)...
...Michael Vincent, the maestro of sleight of hand, turns logic on its head...
...and following the massive global success of The Classic Magic of Michael Vincent...
...he's back by popular demand to pick up right where he left off...
ALAKAZAM MAGIC IS THRILLED TO PRESENT THE MAGICAL GENIUS OF MICHAEL VINCENTEvery generation gives us a star, and Michael is that shining beacon of excellence. With the hands of a craftsman and the spirit of a poet, he’s truly one of a kind.
His sleight-of-hand is nothing short of brilliant, his presentations are refreshingly unique, and his performances ooze class (seriously, you might want to dress up for this).
As the only magician to snag the prestigious "Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year" title three times, Michael has spent nearly thirty years perfecting his craft to become one of Great Britain's finest.
This collection showcases jaw-dropping effects from Michael's arsenal. "Rhapsodies in Silver" centres on magical coin effects, while "Other Mysteries" features some of his top card tricks. Volume 2 dives deeper, taking you on a contemplative journey through his magical world. Over four videos, Michael shares his thoughts, beliefs, and values about our beloved craft.
While the spotlight is on coins and cards, you'll also gain insights that could seriously enhance your magic. Think of it as a treasure map to excellence—consider this your guide to navigating the terrain.
Michael's teaching style is all about inspiration. As you watch, you'll understand why audiences and fellow magicians alike consider his stunning presentations among the best in the biz.
Video One: THE LIVE PERFORMANCE:
- The Slot Machine - Coins Across & the Coins through the Table - Match Made in Heaven - Dai Vernon's "Matching the Cards" plays big. - The Two-Card Monte - Michael's take on Eddie Fechter's "Be Honest, What is it" - The Mushin Travellers
All tricks in the live performance are thoroughly explained throughout this four-disc set.
THE REVELATIONS:
A Chat on Coin Magic with Chris Harding
Featuring a detailed breakdown of essential coin sleights:
The Basic Palms: Finger Palm, Thumb Palm, The Classic Palm, Transferring between palm positions, The natural hand look
Additional sleights: The Coin Shuttle - Thanks to David Regal, Vincent on The Ramsay Vanish
My Three Coins Vanish: A stunning sequence that serves both as a mystifying piece of elegant coin magic and a way to practice all the discussed techniques in context.
The Right Way to Wash Your Hands: A Dive into "The Beat" - An invaluable technique to master and the perfect place to do it.
MV's Slot Machine: Michael's spin on a Dr Sawa routine—an absolute showstopper that guarantees applause. This routine has it all: engaging storytelling, beautiful magic, and that signature Vincent charm.
Video Two: The Close-up Show
ROUTINES PERFORMED & EXPLAINED: A masterclass in impactful routines and staging.
Michael presents an astounding array of effects tailored for the lay audience.
Performance - Card Magic, Up Close and Personal with Michael Vincent
Fooled by a Gentleman: A brilliant opener inspired by the legendary Nate Leipzig.
Asthmatic Card Control: A delightful routine showcasing your shuffle tracking and card control skills.
The Invisible Card: Check out the video trailer—one of our top picks from Michael's repertoire!
Three-Card Monte: A chat and presentation tips on this timeless classic.
An interpretation of A Classic: The Card at Any Number. Michael's unique take on this well-trodden effect is discussed and fully explained.
Video Three: The Pathway to Excellence Continued
"It is always a joy to watch you fluidly play with the pasteboards." - Jon Racherbaumer 2009
THE PATHWAY TO EXCELLENCE CONTINUED...
A discussion on how to level up your magic, set higher standards, and master those essential sleight-of-hand techniques.
This follows up on the mentoring process begun in Volume One, where Michael takes you deeper into the art of successful card handling.
INTERMEDIATE STEPS:
The Control - Further Insights
The Double Lift - MV's Combination Double Lift
The Palm - MV/Marlo One Hand Bottom Palm, The Double Undercut Palm, The Side-Jog Set for/The LJ Angle Palm, and The Diagonal Palm Shift
The Top Change - Insights into The Two Card Monte
The Force - The Dribble Force and some fantastic applications
The False Shuffle - A Chat on The Zarrow Shuffle
Bonus Explanations:
A Match Made in Heaven: A stand-up version of a Dai Vernon classic that's sure to impress!
The Mushin Travellers: A routine that will seriously challenge your skills in performance, misdirection, and sleight of hand.
This Alakazam production is the second in an ongoing series...
Keep your eyes peeled for more releases from "The Michael Vincent Collection."
Video Four: Bonus Explanations
The Coins through the Table: A Study in the Ebb and Flow of Tension and Relaxation. This routine is one of the highlights of Michael's acclaimed Magic Castle Act—now he’s sharing it with you!
Stand-up Coins Across/Chinese Connection: A chat on one of the popular performance-only effects from Volume One.
Chink-a-Chink: A personalised approach to a classic routine—get ready for the "Vincent Touch."
The Shattering Coins and Silver Balls: A Tribute to Eddie Joseph. A staggering piece of close-up coin magic that you have to see to believe! Michael shows once more that attention to detail and mastery truly create stunning magic.
Michael's Stand-up Rhapsody in Silver: After numerous requests since the last release, this routine from his first live parlour show is now performed and explained in full detail.
The Chain of Excellence:
Michael’s magic has been inspired by the greats who came before him. By working in harmony with the past masters, we can all realise our own artistic potential. A full list of credits and inspirational sources is included on the video for your reference and further study. This will ensure the chain of excellence continues...
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