Ebook - Card Cavalcade IV by Jerry Mentzer (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Discover Card Magic Excellence with Card Cavalcade IV
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of card magic with 'Card Cavalcade IV,' the acclaimed ebook by Jerry Mentzer, now available as an instant digital download. This meticulously compiled, 166-page volume is an indispensable resource for any card enthusiast, from aspiring magicians to seasoned performers. Mentzer, a master of the craft, has curated a collection that spans innovative tricks, fundamental techniques, and complete routines, all designed to elevate your cardistry skills and expand your repertoire.
What makes this ebook truly exceptional is its emphasis on practicality: the vast majority of the magic presented can be executed with just a regular pack of cards, making it incredibly accessible for impromptu performances or structured shows. Forget the need for elaborate gaffs; focus on skill, presentation, and the sheer wonder of card manipulation.
Featured Magicians & Master Routines
'Card Cavalcade IV' isn't just a showcase for Jerry Mentzer's brilliance; it's a collaborative masterpiece featuring an extraordinary roster of contributing artists. Delve into the ingenious minds of legends like John Mendoza, renowned for his powerful and direct card magic, and the clever subtleties of Frank Shields and Ray Mertz. Explore contributions from Barry Govan, and crucially, a dedicated chapter from the iconic Phil Goldstein—better known as Max Maven—whose intellectual approach to magic is always a revelation, offering effects like 'Very Good Hand' and 'Nijinsky Two.'
The ebook further benefits from the expertise of J.K. Hartman, celebrated for his refined card work, and Tom Gagnon, whose visual magic leaves audiences spellbound with routines such as 'Visual Finders' and 'Visual Quickie.' The comprehensive contents are divided into five engaging chapters: 'Trix,' 'Information,' 'More Trix,' 'Magic by Phil Goldstein,' and 'Routines.' From Bill Okal's 'All the Same' to Mentzer's own 'Ambitious Red Back' and intricate routines like 'All Backs Plus,' each page is packed with clear instructions and insightful tips to help you master these effects. 'Card Cavalcade IV' is your digital gateway to mastering sophisticated card illusions and entertaining audiences with confidence and flair.
Original Specs
If you are interested in card magic, you will definitely want this book. Most of the magic can be done with a regular pack of card. Besides Jerry Mentzer, contributors include John Mendoza, Frank Shields, Ray Mertz, Barry Govan, a chapter by Phil Goldstein (AKA MaxMaven), J.K. Hartman, Tom Gagnon, and others.
Details;
Perfect bound, 166 pages,
Contents:
Chapter 1 - Trix
5 All the Same (Bill Okal)
10 Variation On All the Same
11 Wild Mental Move (John F. Mendoza)
16 Cutting The Kings (John F. Mendoza)
21 Double Barrelled Shotgun (A. Berkeley Davis)
26 A $2.85 Deck (Ray Mertz)
Chapter 2 - Information
35 Four Card Display Move (Frank Shields)
40 Quick Reverse (Jerry Mentzer)
47 Okal's Three Way
51 Pop Up Card (Jerry Mentzer)
54 Glimpse
58 Cull Speller
61 Kelly's Bottom Up
66 Turn Me Over
Chapter 3 - More Trix
75 Two Pack Coincidence
76 Ambitious Red Back (Jerry Mentzer)
84 Perplexed (Barry Govan)
90 Palm Spoof (A. Berkeley Davis)
94 He Squares (A. Berkeley Davis)
99 Out of This World Variation
102 Seven No Trump (A. Berkeley Davis)
Chapter 4 Magic by Phil Goldstein
107 Very Good Hand (Phil Goldstein)
113 Rundown (Phil Goldstein)
117 Nijinsky Two (Phil Goldstein)
Chapter 5 Routines
125 Turncoat Kings (John Miller and Jerry Mentzer)
129 All Backs Plus (Jerry Mentzer)
139 Dirty Deal Revisited (Jerry Mentzer)
147 Hand Me Down (J.K. Hartman)
150 Visual Finders (Tom Gagnon)
160 Visual Quickie (Tom Gagnon)
