Magic Video - The Al Schneider Technique Vol 1 Theory & Magic by L&L Publishing

Step into the mind of a master with 'The Al Schneider Technique Vol 1: Theory & Magic,' a seminal digital download from L&L Publishing. This isn't just another magic video; it's an indispensable deep dive into the foundational 'why's and 'how's of performing truly deceptive magic. Al Schneider, a legendary figure, unveils the very principles that underpin magical illusion, making this volume worth its weight in gold for any serious student of the art. Prepare to have your perceptions challenged as you first witness astonishing effects, then rewatch to unravel the profound theoretical insights they embody. This is an advanced graduate course designed to transform your understanding and execution of powerful magic.

The Schneider Approach to Deception

Al Schneider's methodology goes beyond mere sleight of hand, offering a comprehensive framework for understanding what your audience expects and how to skillfully subvert those expectations. Delve into the 'Five Steps of Deception,' crucial insights that will redefine your approach to every trick. This volume illuminates the importance of building suspense, adding impact, and creating moments that consistently elicit gasps. Each principle is not just explained; it's vividly demonstrated through carefully selected effects, ensuring a clear understanding of its practical application.

Mastering Iconic Routines & Techniques

This volume is packed with innovative techniques and classic routines reimagined through Al Schneider's unique lens. Learn the highly versatile 'Al Schneider's Basic Vanish,' a coin vanish that will fool the most seasoned magicians, and see its power in action with 'Al's Expansion of Texture,' where a silver coin appears to melt through cloth. Discover improved handlings for classics like 'Vanishing Salt Shaker' and 'Spellbound,' where Al presents his own methods for various moves. You'll also explore the 'Quick Cups' routine, renowned for its ability to build suspense and generate an audible gasp from the audience. Dive into essential moves such as the 'Snap Back Move,' 'Pop-Up Move,' 'Double Lift,' and the incredible 'Perfect Palm' that allows you to palm a card even with direct audience observation. 'The Al Schneider Technique Vol 1' offers an unparalleled opportunity to refine your skills and truly understand the art of magical deception.

Original Specs

Worth the cost of the entire series, this first volume in Al Schneider's landmark video series is a significant contribution to the why's and how's of performing magic. The value of the information presented here cannot be underestimated as Al Schneider presents the principles that lie at the very core of magic deception. And, to drive home each principle, an effect is performed to clearly show the importance of the principles involved. First, the effects will fool you and then you'll watch again to review the sound magic theory they represent. Al Schneider has truly developed an advanced graduate course on the theory, practice and delivery of powerful magic.

CONTENT INCLUDES:

CROSSED CARD JR. - A stunning beginning that introduces the concepts presented in this volume. You will want to watch this carefully to get all the subtleties of this routine.

AL SCHNEIDER'S BASIC VANISH - A very versatile coin vanish that will impress the most seasoned magician.

AL'S EXPANSION OF TEXTURE - A silver coin melts through cloth to join a copper coin in a hank held by a spectator. A powerful routine demonstrating the use of the Schneider Vanish.

FIVE STEPS OF DECEPTION - You must understand these to know what your audience expects to see.

CHINK-A-CHINK (SHADOW COINS)

VANISHING SALT SHAKER - Another classic improved by the Schneider touch. Demonstrates how to add impact to a trick.

QUICK CUPS - A simple routine with the Adams Cups and Balls that's easy to carry and do. Audiences consistently gasp at the conclusion of the routine. Demonstrates how to build suspense to get the gasp and add impact.

SNAP BACK MOVE - You will simply want to do this.

SPELLBOUND - Al Schneider's take on this classic, presented with his own methods of doing the various Spellbound moves.

GERMAN FRENCH DROP - An innovative vanish by Al capitalizing on his principles.

POP-UP MOVE - A better, smoother handling of the move created by Al.

DOUBLE LIFT - A push-off double and a new Schneider double lift.

PERFECT PALM - Palm a card with the audience looking directly at your hands.