Ebook - Scott Baird – The Hermit Magazine Vol.2 No.8 (Digital Download)
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Unleash Your Inner Magician with The Hermit Magazine Vol.2 No.8
Step into the captivating world of contemporary magic with The Hermit Magazine, Volume 2, Number 8. This August 2023 edition, spanning 47 pages, is a treasure trove of cutting-edge effects, profound creative thinking, and invaluable inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an eager enthusiast, this digital download is meticulously curated to elevate your magical repertoire and ignite your imagination.
A Symphony of Stunning Effects
This issue is brimming with an incredible array of effects designed to baffle and delight. Start with Paul Gordon's 'Darned Pain in the Neck,' a charming ace-spelling routine that takes a delightfully unexpected turn. Scott Baird, the magazine's namesake, contributes two brilliant pieces: 'Fabulous Jumping Jokers,' a fresh take on Ken Krenzel's mystery card, and 'Hofzinser Makes Good,' a masterful blend of twisting the aces and the classic Hofzinser Ace Problem. Kyle Leon's 'Predetermined Roll' offers a fair and compelling predicted card routine, while John Carey's 'The Unknown Future' delivers direct, impactful mystery card magic. Jason Connolly shares 'Aces for Alicja,' an elegant ace-cutting routine culminating in a powerful triumph phase. Plus, dive into not one, but two ingenious variations of the Biddle Trick from Chiam Yu Sheng ('Backfire Biddle') and Brandon Sheffield ('Compressing Biddle'). Jozsef Kovacs re-imagines a classic with his genius 'Faro 21,' a modern twist on the 21-card trick.
Beyond the Tricks: Insight and Ingenuity
The Hermit Magazine offers more than just step-by-step instructions; it provides a deeper understanding of the art form. James Mollenkamp shares crucial insights on 'Changing Method and Uniformity of Action,' guiding you toward more natural and deceptive performances. And don't miss 'The Sleight Corner' where Biz reveals an easy-to-master palm, adding a valuable tool to your arsenal. This issue encourages you to think creatively, refine your techniques, and find new inspiration for your magic.
Instant Access to Magical Excellence
As a convenient digital download, Volume 2, Number 8 of The Hermit Magazine is available instantly. Access 47 pages of expert magic, creative theories, and practical advice on any device. Immerse yourself in the latest innovations from the magic community and enhance your skills today.
Original Specs
Volume 2, No. 8: AUG 2023, 47 pgs.
The latest issue of The Hermit Magazine has a fantastic range of effects, creative thinking, and inspiration.
EFFECTS
The issue starts out with Darned Pain in the Neck by Paul Gordon, a fun ace-spelling routine that goes wrong all the way until it goes right.
Then, learn Scott Baird's Fabulous Jumping Jokers, which is a different sort of take on a Ken Krenzel mystery card routine from The Collected Almanac.
Kyle Leon shares Predetermined Roll, a predicted card routine that is so fair it uses imaginary dice.
The Unknown Future by John Carey is a direct and to-the-point mystery card routine, originally published in his book Me, My Cards, and I.
Jason Connolly shares an ace-cutting routine with a triumph phase that he calls Aces for Alicja.
Hofzinser Makes Good is a mash-up of a twisting the aces routine and the Hofzinser Ace Problem by Scott Baird.
Chiam Yu Sheng returns to The Hermit, teaching his take on the Biddle Trick, Backfire Biddle;
Brandon Sheffield also has a take on the Biddle Trick that he calls Compressing Biddle.
Jozsef Kovacs shares his genius variation of the classic 21 card trick, Faro 21;
James Mollenkamp offers his insight about Changing Method and Uniformity of Action,
Plus learn an easy-to-do palm from Biz in The Sleight Corner!
The Hermit's twentieth issue was sent to all subscribers on August 5th, 2023.
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File Format
47 pg. PDF download
