So you think you know magic? Legendary Scottish wizard George McBride is here to put your skills to the test with his handpicked favorites in The Classics. This isn’t just a collection of tricks; it’s a masterclass in handling cards and coins that’ll have you questioning your own sleight of hand. Buckle up, folks!
The The Classics video features:
Slow Motion Aces
Four aces are laid out, each accompanied by three indifferent cards. One by one, the Aces defy gravity and leap back to the 'leader' Ace. Yes, yes, you’ve seen this plot before, but trust me—George’s take is a buffet of magical goodness. You’ll walk away with more than just a routine; you'll master multiple palming, second dealing, the push-off double deal, and a whole lot more!
Purse Frame Coin Production
Here’s a routine that’s as bagless as it is brilliant! George’s purse frame showcases four coins, leading you through a cascade of moves that’s the ideal setup for any four-coin routine.
Coins Across
Watch as four coins mystically traverse from one hand to the other. Just when your spectators think it’s over, the fourth coin’s jump reveals that the others have rejoined their comrades. Boom!
2 Card Transpo
Impromptu magic at its finest! A borrowed, shuffled deck reveals its top card, which you cut face-up into the heart of the deck. With a flick of your wrist, the original top card is now on the bottom, with the bottom card prominently displayed in the middle. Clean and deceptive!
Spellbound
A copper coin transforms into silver and back again, right at your fingertips. This routine is pure elegance and ends in a way that will leave your audience completely slack-jawed!
The Bounce Change
A copper coin in your fingertips gets tossed from hand to hand and—whoa!—it morphs into a silver coin mid-air! This is the kind of thing that makes people believe in magic again.
Coins to Glass
Four coins and a glass—classic setup, right? But one by one, the coins leap into the glass in a way that’s so visually stunning it practically writes its own standing ovation.
Thinking of Koran
A card is lost in the deck without you having a clue where it went. Yet, after a brief moment of contemplation, you announce the position of the thought-of card. It’s a miracle, I tell you!
Merlin's Lost Ace Trick
The four aces are dealt face down and mixed with indifferent cards. A spectator picks a packet, and in an instant, all four aces jump to that chosen pile. Pure magic, executed flawlessly!
George's Favourite False Cut
This isn’t your run-of-the-mill false cut. It’s a beautiful, full deck control that’s simple enough to be a staple in your repertoire.
But let’s be real—if you’re diving into The Classics, you’re not just picking up nine nifty routines. You’re getting expert tutelage on a treasure trove of moves and sleights, including:
Second Dealing
Push-off Double Deal
Multiple Palming
Gamblers Cop
ER-Aced (Vernon)
Top Card Cover Pass
Ovette/Kelly Master Move
Double Deal (Merlin)
Multiple Coin Vanishes & Moves
Pinch Steal (Baker)
Coin Pass (Vernon)
Revolving Coin Pass (Carney)
Bounce Change (Dingle)
Coin Vanish (Leipzig)
And heaps more!
So, to sum it up: this isn’t just another set of routines. You’re getting a full-on education in sleights, misdirection, and the fine art of audience management. Trust me, your magic will be looking sharper than ever after this!
"Although I am not a video guy, this is one of the best teaching videos I have ever seen." - Larry Horowitz
"Having read and admired George McBride's material in places like Five Times Five Scotland, it is a real pleasure to see him in action. He is the Scottish Underground Man. There are several of his routines I'll be working on. His 'Twist Shift' and tips on the Second Deal alone are worth the price of the video." - Matthew Field - Editor, The Magic Circular
"This is a must have video. I can hardly wait for George's second video." - Harvey Rosenthal
"I loved this collection and can hardly wait for more!" - Richard James, Connoisseur Conjuring Forum
"The only other video this year that made me sit up and bark was David Stones'... this is as good, but without the pretentious or poncey attitude." - Seige
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