Magic Video - The Joy of Magic by Michael Vincent (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Unveiling 'The Joy of Magic'
Step into the extraordinary world of Michael Vincent's card artistry with 'The Joy of Magic', a seminal digital download designed to transform your understanding and performance of close-up magic. This masterclass offers unprecedented access to the mind of a magician celebrated for his technical prowess, artistic vision, and profound respect for the craft. Prepare to dive deep into routines that blend traditional excellence with modern theatricality, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with a deck of cards.
Michael Vincent's Conus Aces: A 21st-Century Masterpiece
At the heart of this collection is Michael Vincent's acclaimed interpretation of the legendary Conus Aces. Featured in his celebrated performances at the Magic Castle, this routine garnered high praise from industry luminaries like Bill Goodwin, who remarked, 'You bring great respect to the art.' Michael meticulously breaks down what makes him tick as a technician and artist, revealing the intricate layering of sleight of hand, psychological misdirection, and theatrical presentation that breathes new life into this 200-year-old effect. It's a technical masterpiece, performed without fear, and a pure joy to witness and learn.
The Vincent Approach: Beyond the Moves
Michael Vincent's methodology transcends mere mechanics. He masterfully combines 'hard core' sleight of hand with the intelligent application of gimmick cards, all underpinned by a comprehensive understanding of audience attention control. This unique blend forces you to re-examine the very fabric of great routine construction. You'll gain invaluable insights into the theatrical components that can elevate card magic from a simple trick into a truly emotional and joyful event for a modern-day audience. It's not just about learning moves; it's about learning how to create an experience.
Bonus Material and Lasting Legacy
Beyond the Conus Aces, 'The Joy of Magic' includes two exceptional bonus effects that showcase Michael's genius through example. Witness his sublime version of Roy Walton's Collectors and his stunning routine titled 'Three Phase Daley.' While detailed explanations for these specific effects are not provided (as they exist extensively in magic literature), Michael powerfully demonstrates how to take established pieces and infuse them with fresh perspective, elevating them to an entirely new level of appreciation and impact. This video isn't just a collection of tricks; it's a vital part of Michael Vincent's ongoing legacy, an essential resource for any serious student of magic. Don't miss this opportunity to refine your art.
Original Specs
On this DVD， Michael performs and explains his brand new interpretation of the legendary Conus Aces. This effect featured in Michael's performance set at the Magic Castle earlier this year. After witnessing his performance of this classic， Bill Goodwin said "You bring great respect to the art".
In his explanation of this effect， you will learn what makes Michael Vincent tick as a technician and artist. This routine is a technical masterpiece and to see it performed without fear is a joy to behold. The individual techniques have a wider application but within the body of this effect takes this 200 year old effect and brings it kicking and screaming into the 21st century.
Michael Vincent's approach to card magic combines hard core sleight of hand with the intelligent usage of gimmick cards with a comprehensive understanding of audience attention control. This tape will force you to look at the very fabric of great routine construction along with the theatrical components that can make card magic a truly emotional and joyful event for a modern day audience.
As well as the Conus Aces， there are a couple of extra bonus effects thrown in.
Michael version for Roy Walton's Collectors plus Michael's stunning routine called Three Phase Daley. These effects are not explained because they are already explained in the vast literature of magic. Here Michael teaches through example. By taking already established effects and breathing new life into them and elevating them to a new level of appreciation.
This video is part of the ongoing legacy of Michael Vincent. This is one tape you will not want to be without.
