Magic Video - Luke Jermay - Amazing Memory Test
Description & Effect
Rediscover a Mentalism Classic
Unlock the secrets of 'The Amazing Memory Test,' a foundational routine from the legendary Corinda's 'Thirteen Steps To Mentalism,' now reimagined and presented by the insightful Luke Jermay. This digital download isn't just a PDF; it's your gateway to mastering a core mentalist skill. Corinda himself stated, 'To the mentalist, Memory Systems are indispensable; they are part of his equipment and the means whereby he can be called upon to perform at any time – and give an impressive demonstration.' With this 18-page guide, you'll delve into a system designed for maximum impact with minimal preparation.
The Power of Pure Mental Skill
Imagine performing an astounding feat of memory anywhere, at any moment, without a single prop. That's the promise of 'The Amazing Memory Test.' This routine embodies the ultimate freedom for a mentalist: 'nothing to carry and no apparatus to prepare.' The skill lies purely in 'the training of the mind,' a cultivated ability that, 'once trained, that skill remains with you for life, ever ready to be applied.' Whether you're on stage, in a cabaret, at a private event, or simply walking down the street, this routine adapts effortlessly. It works for audiences of any size, from an intimate gathering to thousands, and is 'positively sure to work,' leaving a 'terrific effect' every time.
Luke Jermay's Modern Approach
While 'The Amazing Memory Test' was once considered the 'most popular application' of memory systems, its presence in contemporary performance has diminished. Luke Jermay identifies the reasons for this decline and, more importantly, provides the solutions. Through his expert insights in this comprehensive digital guide, you'll learn 'presentational hooks and strong understanding' to overcome any perceived challenges. Jermay revitalizes this classic, making it fresh, relevant, and incredibly powerful for today's discerning audiences. His approach ensures that the inherent strengths of this routine—its no-props nature and compelling theme—are fully leveraged.
Your Next Unforgettable Performance
With 'Magic Video - Luke Jermay - Amazing Memory Test,' you're not just learning a trick; you're investing in a lifetime skill. Embrace Corinda's original challenge: 'What more could you want?' This digital PDF download offers a robust, engaging, and utterly prop-free routine that is easy to learn and guarantees an unforgettable impression. Elevate your mentalism repertoire with a routine that proves the mind is indeed the most potent magical instrument. This 2008 edition remains a valuable resource for any serious practitioner.
Original Specs
From the introduction:
In ‘Step Three – Mental Systems’ of the seminal work Thirteen Steps To Mentalism written by the legendary Corinda， he clearly states the value he placed upon memory systems:
To the mentalist， Memory Systems are indispensable; they are part of his equipment and the means whereby he can be called upon to perform at any time – and give an impressive demonstration. They are the best type of equipment you can have， as there is nothing to carry and no apparatus to prepare. The skill lies in the training of the mind， in conditioning the mind to operate to maximum advantage， and once trained， that skill remains with you for life， ever ready to be applied.
Later in the same chapter of the book Cordina expands this ethos to ‘The Amazing Memory Test’ that is detailed in his lesson:
This is probably the most popular application of the memory system in use today. It has every qualification you could hope for as a mentalist; no props to carry， do it anywhere， on stage， cabaret， the drawing room office or walking down the high road. It can be performed before any size audience – one or two – or thousands; it is positively sure to work， is easy to learn and last， and most important of all， it has a terrific effect on the audience. What more could you want?
Corinda mentions that at the time of his writing ‘The Amazing Memory Test’ was the ‘most popular’ application of the mental system laid fourth. In the years past since his writing I think it would be fair to say that this routine has fallen out of popular performance. I feel this may be due to the following reasons:
While the above are worthy of consideration they are points and problems that are both easy to solve with presentational hooks and strong understanding of the routine. With no props to carry， a strong and entertaining theme and its ease in operation I would like to challenge you with the same question originally posed by Corinda – what more could you want?
1st edition 2008; 18 pages.
