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magicbar

Not exactly sure if this is the right forum but I will post anyway. I own antiquarian bartender cocktail guides going back to the late 1800s. I am seeking someone to help me reprint them for sale. I have over a dozen prior to 1923 and several more where I assume the copyright does not apply anymore ...

magicbar

The question deals specifically with Youtube since it is so rampant. It seems like too many YouTubers reveal marketed effects and moves without impunity. At the same time I notice a couple of magicians who's work rarely, if ever, gets revealed. Some videos are taken down for copyright infringement a...

magicbar

I'd like to get some input here sine it has been awhile since visiting a magic shop. I'm looking for an apparatus to produce smoke, fire, light or sparks from the hand [or object of choice] during a performance. I figure I will be spending between $50-200. I'm not thinking of flash paper or pro-glow...

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I put this post up years ago and am seeking an update. I am seeking feedback on the impact of the 'state' designed quarters and other newly designed USA coins that impact one's choice of effect themes or use of gaffed coins. For instance, can we do a 'Winged Silver' when wings have turned to State e...

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Yes, I think Fading Coin is the effect [that I also believe was in one the old pulp/Gardner type books] but I am looking for the Eugene Burger comments in his issue or [an] issue that came a few months later because I remember him opening with a comment on how this guy's effect was a 'sleeper' effec...

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Hi All, I'm trying to find two effects from Eugene Burger. One was in a Magicana and was a 3 coin in the hand prediction Using a quarter and dime in a magician's force scenario. What issue ? thx. Not a new effect but Eugene offered his take on it. [the effect appeared in Genii prior to Eugene printi...

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I am interested in buying [or trading] for Sharpe's Conjuror's Secrets book set [Psychological, Hydraulic/Pneumatic, Mechanical & Optical]. I have seen what is on the market but if you have one you aren't using and want to sell or trade let me know. Any condition or mis-matched set will be consi...

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This is not a new discussion. I've seen shades of this topic covered over many years. I've always thought if the stigma or perhaps even a certain amount of respect was attached to the terms of 'amateur' or 'enthusiast' with regards to the level of skill or involvement (as a career) to being a magici...

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Check out on the iTunes Store (apple.com) there is a link on submitting Apps to Mac.

good luck

magicbar

Hi Jon,
Not sure if this is a reply to your exact inquiry (design vs submission) but go to The iTunes Store and there is a link on how to submit your App for any Apple product whether you intend to charge for it or not. It is along the left hand side, I believe.

~sj

magicbar

Nope I disagree. The pair of performers with the moves, the legit vs. comical jobs suitable for - it all points to them being magicians. Also, SNL has never taken a favorable view of magicians with the profession and the very few acts appearing getting the brunt of their comic club. I recall reading...

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I just saw the clip - yet another instance of a magician being a joke career. when will we have a magician save a life or something admirable to break this cycle? DC please make some more money to redeem this profession! see it for yourself: <a class="postlink" href="http://www.hulu.com/wa...

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How about the traditional ways of using it in a great demo routine or having a well-known use it and then everyone will want one - especially if it simple to use and versatile. Mass marketing and profitability is another aspect but get a crowd to like it and create the demand. If it is an easy demo ...

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Is this place related to the Wizardz that was located at Universal CitiWalk In Hollywood, Ca years ago?

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I appreciate the articles, interviews and recollections about Jimmy. To me that was his real influence for me. Yes the guy needed great material but simply to watch him perform was inspirational. From what I saw in him I returned to the materieal in my repertoire and improved its impact. I saw throu...

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I'm looking for Jimmy Grippo info. So far I've read the Geno Munari book and found references to him in Daniel Cros and Paul Harris material. There is a great vid of his appearance on the Merv Griffin show w/Orson Welles on YouTube. Earl Nelson mentioned something to me about his (unpublished) use o...

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As you can probably tell from my screen ID I like bar magic. On eBay starting tonight (one is 5-day another is 7-day auction) I am selling 2 lots of liquor promo items. First is a group of Budweiser magic items. It is a complete set of Official Bud Magic Program items plus more related items I also ...

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The street magic performance style that Blaine featured ( and Criss built upon) sucker-punched David's polished theatrical approach but just like McDonald's survives various health food awareness and boutique coffee trends David can reinvent himself using his knowledge and resources. He may always a...

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back to the topic of working in Las Vegas... My sister who lives there said, as a local, she really hasn't noticed much change. There are name acts appearing at local places and lots of Hollywood types residing there which have become local celebs. She mentioned that there is big action with the clu...

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I have listed on ebay under seller magicbar1 some books starting as low as 99 cents they end this Saturday Neo-Magic Artistry, SH Sharpe, Miracle Factory $49 Fechter plus Magician Nitely - Mentzer - $29 Art of Astonishment books 1-3 Harris/Mead .99 (gets your attention right?) Each of these books we...

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What's his name, Vernet?

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SOLD!! to the lucky man in Michigan

magicbar

I have the 3-volume set for sale here. Let me say that I read (most of) it and there is user wear. If you want a pristine set I think I saw one on the internet for $450.00. The first and third volumes are in 'excellent' condition but the second volume had a small tear on the upper spine so I used cl...

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I agree, this was painful to watch. Along with not knowing what to do it appears he did not know what to say. This is a great example of what not to do. To the person that inquired about the correct method..this is a fairly self-working effect. Have aces secretly on top and make four piles with the ...

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If you are still looking for gaffed cards try 'Cards By Martin' out here in Lancaster, California USA - I hope he's still around....he once told me that he wasn't allowed to die since nobody could make these things after he's gone. Neil(sp?) Lester IS 'Cards by Martin' he makes all of them and custo...

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On each auction I gave a basic table of contents -

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I listed them on eBay 1/1/09 beginning at just $4.99 for lots of two or three - 7 day auctions. Special issues - Maven, Henning, Burton, Sig & Roy also The Farewell Issue and the 50th Anniversary Issues. These are all pre-Richard Geniis. Good luck! Seller is magicbar1. No reserve, low s/h - so n...

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When I have recommended books to beginners I also recommend the library and a good magic shop but regardless of topic I always stress to just find a book at one's reading level. Material aside, the book is of no use if it is so advanced you can't understand it or it is too simple to where it bores y...

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Yes, Richard I knew you did that version of the reprint and I thought that yours was the one to buy since it made that huge tome useable vs the simple reprint by the other guys. I was commenting primarily on the coincidence of two publishers coming out with the simultaneous reprints of that antiquar...

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I like the thread especially since I am a pretty avid reader in all my fields of interest. Regarding magic in particular - yes too many products and not enough practitioners. Most books seem to be nothing more than slick, bloated (and overpriced) versions of lecture notes of yesteryear (maybe just 2...

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this is a very good thread I wrote about similar thoughts in another thread about the internet and magic. - although the internet is a massive 24/7 resource nothing beats the real-life experience of visiting a good magic shop.

magicbar

I worked in a magic shop from 1979-1981 - Magic Emporium in Tarzana, (and Granada Hills) Ca. (the San Fernando Valley) Owned by Ken and Paula Gross. Ken was the 'real' guy behind it and he shared many thoughts with me about running a shop. About this time Earl Nelson was working at Hollywood Magic. ...

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interesting discussion...related to this are the many magic shop chats I've had regarding the 1 or 2 big magic media dealers that offer discounts on their products if the customer bought directly via the producer which beat the prices by the magic shops to which they sell. It seems unfair that the p...

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I have a great copy too but I think most will overlook it since Wenii came out before the DVD generation. Though, if you like good humor it is still a fun read.

magicbar

Here is a helpful point I read in my photographer's contract and another from a magician friend that saved me some headaches (i.e., using insurance or filing suit): It read that if the film is damaged/pictures didn't come out to satisfaction (either artistically or technically) he was only liable fo...

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Hey Lance, long time no speak with! Yes Richard I was joking a bit with my comment. The Pass (like all sleights) should be invisible/undetectable otherwise it would be a flourish, I suppose. The Bluff Bluff I learned from the Pierce/Klause In Concert book is one of those moves that can be a 'magicia...

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Great posts everyone...I went through my notes/books and the effect is "The Revelation" I orinially found in JC's Commercial Magic book p. 143. It is a sandwich effect and the two cards do visibly come from diff parts of the deck in a squeeze motion but the placement of the finder cards is...

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If you are having difficulty with the Classic Pass or others try Roger Klause's Bluff Bluff Pass. Frankly, if you are trying to impress someone with your ability to do a Pass there is hardly a better Pass to master.

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Karrell Fox's Signa-tear was one I used behind the bar. Simple, direct and slightly bold as most of his methods go. All that is needed is a paper clip and lighter aside from the cards. You don't go much beyond the guest's signature as a convincer that the restoration took place (it is a 3/4 restorat...

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thanks for the info..it will come in handy for that Zimbabwe gig I have. Another angle used to be with Italian money... it came in different sizes based on denominations. Canadian came in diff colors..maybe it still does.. I still am interested if anyone made creative use of the state quarter aspect...

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