Magic Video - Arturo de Ascanio - Les Jours Noirs
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A Masterwork from a Card Magic Legend
Step into the extraordinary world of Arturo de Ascanio, widely regarded as one of the greatest card magicians globally and arguably Europe's finest. This digital download presents 'Les Jours Noirs' (The Black Days), Ascanio's definitive testamentary work. Far more than a mere instructional guide, this comprehensive masterwork is the culmination of over forty years of unparalleled genius dedicated to the art of cartomancy. It offers an unprecedented deep dive into a single, breathtaking card magic routine, dissecting it with meticulous detail across three essential sections: the Routine itself, the intricate Techniques involved, and the profound underlying Psychology.
The 'Los Dias Negros' Routine: A Journey of Emotion
Experience 'Los Dias Negros' (The Black Days) in its entirety, a routine rich with narrative and emotional depth. Ascanio artfully weaves a compelling story of a man navigating a dark period of heartbreak, infusing the performance with the signature emotion and poetry characteristic of the great Spanish master. Witness stunning transformations as a Joker becomes a thought-of card, two black nines astonishingly shift into red, and a row of fifteen black cards miraculously changes to red. This section not only explains the 'how' but deeply explores the 'why' behind the sequence, allowing you to connect with the audience on a profound level.
Mastering Advanced Card Techniques
This digital guide meticulously examines eight principal card techniques that are integral to Ascanio's repertoire and beyond. Accompanied by 39 crystal-clear explanatory drawings, you'll learn sophisticated sleights such as Arnaldo's shuffle, the 'Mema' shuffle, the powerful 'El Poder' color change, the subtle 'Almost without the pinky' manipulation, precise timed palming, the ingenious '1 against 51' cut, effective lapping, and Ascanio's reinvented 'weightless double lift'. Each technique is broken down to its core, ensuring a thorough understanding and the ability to seamlessly integrate them into your own performances.
The Profound Psychology of Deception
One of the true hallmarks of Ascanio's genius, and a cornerstone of the esteemed Spanish school of magic (with masters like Tamariz at the forefront), is the profound application of psychology. This section explores how psychology is not merely a passive element in magic but an actively mastered skill. Learn how to shape audience perception, manage expectations, and create an unforgettable experience that transcends simple trickery. Ascanio teaches you to build an emotional connection and manipulate attention, transforming a sequence of moves into a truly magical and deeply impactful performance. This timeless work is an essential resource for any serious student of card magic seeking to elevate their artistry to a professional level.
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C’est le livre-testament d’un des plus grands cartomanes mondiaux， peut-être le meilleur européen.
Cet ouvrage très particulier s’appuie sur la description d’une seule routine de cartomagie， intitulée Los Dias Negros (Les Jours Noirs).
Mais Ascanio n’a évidemment pas voulu écrire une simple notice. Ce livre est l’aboutissement de plus de quarante années d’un génie dédié à la cartomagie.
Il se divise en trois parties :
Routine:
Ascanio reprend le déroulement de son tour. Voici quelques effets qui le jalonnent : un Joker se transforme en carte pensée， deux neufs noirs se transforment en deux Neufs rouges， une rangée de 15 cartes noires se transforme en cartes rouges. L’histoire est celle d’un homme qui rentre dans une période noire de sa vie parce qu’il a des peines de coeur. On retrouve ici l’émotion et la poésie qui sont l’estampille du grand maître espagnol.Techniques:
Huit techniques principales sont passées au peigne fin， avec l’aide de 39 dessins explicatifs : le mélange d’Arnaldo， le mélange 'Mema'， le changement de couleur 'El Poder'， la manipulation 'Presque sans le petit doigt'， le filage au temps， la coupe '1 contre 51'， le lapping， la 'levée double en apesanteur' réinventée.
Psychologie:
C’est une des grandes forces ascaniennes， maintenant commune aux grands de l’école espagnole， Tamariz en tête : la psychologie n’est pas subie
