Ebook - Seeking the Bridge by John Born (Digital Download)
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Elevate Your Card Magic with John Born's 'Seeking the Bridge'
Immerse yourself in the profound world of John Born's 'Seeking the Bridge,' an essential ebook for any serious card magician. John Born is renowned for his meticulous approach to card routines, crafting intricate tapestries of deception that seamlessly interweave elements of psychology, calculated risk, masterful sleight-of-hand, and subtle gaffery. The result isn't just a trick; it's a devastating magical experience that captivates your audience in the moment and leaves them pondering your work for years to come. This digital download provides immediate access to a wealth of groundbreaking material designed to refine and revolutionize your performances.
Unveiling the 'Bridge' Concept and Beyond
'Seeking the Bridge' is thoughtfully divided into two powerful sections. The first delves deep into John's innovative and extensive explorations of memorized deck magic. What sets this apart is his unique 'bridge' mindset—a brilliant concept for connecting multiple selections with a surprising logical flow, making complex routines feel impossibly clean. Crucially, while rooted in memorized deck principles, many of these profound routines are adaptable to any stack, offering universal applicability.
But the insights don't stop there. This ebook extends its reach far beyond just memorized deck users. Inside, you'll discover a truly intriguing hands-off deck switch idea, allowing for incredibly deceptive and clean changes, alongside a collection of finely tuned gambling effects designed to showcase exceptional skill and create astonishing moments of apparent impossibility. John Born's reputation as a 'worker' shines through in every effect, presenting practical, original, and audience-tested magic that can be immediately integrated into your repertoire.
Transform Your Repertoire
With 189 pages of detailed instruction, mirroring the quality of the original acclaimed publication, 'Seeking the Bridge' is a treasure trove of advanced cardistry. Each effect, from 'Perfect Pick' and 'Sticking the Bridge' to 'Hands-Off Deck Switch' and 'A Blackjack Bet,' is presented with clarity, enabling you to master the nuances that make John Born's magic so impactful. This ebook isn't just a collection of tricks; it's a masterclass in magical thinking, pushing the boundaries of performance and creation. Prepare to study, learn, and astonish with the powerful principles found within this remarkable digital guide.
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Seeking the Bridge by John Born
John Born’s Seeking the Bridge is a very interesting read. If you are familiar with John’s work, you know that he thinks very, very, very carefully about his card routines, and each one builds a thick tapestry of deception: elements of psychology, risk, sleight-of-hand, and gaffery play into his work at different points, and the result is devastating magic that fools your audience now, and will have them talking about your work a year from now.
Seeking the Bridge is divided into two parts: the first part deals with John’s innovative and extensive work on memorized deck magic. Nearly all of it can be done with any stack; instead, these routines deal mostly with a smart way of connecting multiple selections to each other using a “bridge” mindset (you have to read it to grasp the idea).
But the book isn't for memorized deck users only. There is plenty to offer including a very intriguing deck switch idea and some fine gambling effects. It is very clear that John Born has become a real "worker" as his effects are practical and original.
The quality of the book itself is beautiful: blue cloth-bound, matching his previous Meant to Be in size, and 189 pages full of illustrative photos. John continues to push boundaries as a performer and a creator, and Seeking the Bridge is worthy of careful study.
Contents of Seeking the Bridge
Perfect Pick
Seeking the Bridge
Sticking the Bridge
Hands-Off Deck Switch
Pocket Change
Bridging the Deck Switch
Time to Shine
Numerical Reverse Revisited
The Second Push
An Instinct for Cards Revisited
The Way for One-Way
Jazzing Baker
Mind Mix
The Delayed Crimp
Lucky Penny
Slugged
A Blackjack Bet
