Magic Video - Walter A.Schwartz - CIGAM conjuring illusions gimmicks art mystery
Description & Effect
Unlock the Secrets of Master Magicians
Step into the captivating world of classic conjuring with the 'Magic Video - Walter A. Schwartz' digital download. This extraordinary compilation isn't just a collection of tricks; it's a historical journey through the minds and methods of over 40 legendary magicians. From the intricate card manipulations of Al Baker to Hardeen's daring escapes, and the coin artistry of T. Nelson Downs, this extensive resource provides an unparalleled glimpse into the golden age of magic. Whether you're a seasoned performer seeking historical insights or a new enthusiast eager to expand your repertoire, this download offers a rich tapestry of magical knowledge.
A Pantheon of Prestigious Performers
Delve into the minds of icons such as Frederick Eugene Powell, Dean of American Magicians; the innovative Dr. Harlan Tarbell; the enigmatic Cardini; and the creative genius of Walter A. Schwartz himself. Each section features detailed explanations of unique effects, ranging from mind-bending mentalism like 'A Psychological Test - In Reverse' to grand illusions such as 'A Live Stock Idea' and 'Glass of Water Thru Hat.' Explore diverse categories including vanishes, productions, transpositions, and close-up miracles that will leave any audience spellbound.
Beyond the Illusions: Craft and Artistry
More than just 'how-to' guides, this download offers valuable insights into the craft of magic. Discover practical tips on making your own mirror glass, learning 'The Art of Tying and Dyeing Silks,' or constructing a 'Miniature Sword Box.' You'll find patter suggestions, historical biographies, and foundational principles that underpin professional-level magic. Learn the subtle finesses behind 'One Hand Color Change' or the detailed workings of a 'Complete Black Art Act.' This isn't just about performing tricks; it's about understanding the history, psychology, and artistry that define true magical performance.
Your Essential Resource for Classic Conjuring
This digital download is an indispensable addition to any magician's library, offering convenience and depth. It preserves the ingenuity and legacy of a bygone era, making these timeless secrets accessible to a new generation. Elevate your performance, enrich your understanding, and pay homage to the masters with this comprehensive collection of conjuring wisdom.
Original Specs
Contents:
1 Preface
2 Frederick Eugene Powell: B&W photo
3 Frederick Eugene Powell: Dean of American Magicians, biography
5 James C. Wobensmith: President, Society of American Magicians, 1930-31, short bio
5 A Psychological Test - In Reverse (James C. Wobensmith): comedy balls on ring effect
7 W.W. Durbin: President of I.B.M., short bio
7 The Bonds of Love (W.W. Durbin): rings become linked using a mirror glass
8 Royal L. Vilas: National Secretary S.A.M. short bio
8 Mirror Glass: Make one quickly using a trench mirror
9 John Mulholland: editor of The Sphinx, short bio
9 Magic Photography (John Mulholland): duplicate of a chosen photograph appears on a previously blank cardboard
10 Al Baker: short biography
11 Al Baker's Favorite: selected card vanishes from packet; uses Baker's "Living Dead" notebook
12 Dr. Harlan Tarbell: short bio
12 The Modern X-Ray Cards (Harlan Tarbell): reading a card sandwiched between two others
13 Eugene Laurant: short bio
14 Torn Card Trick (Laurant): torn and restored card
15 Hardeen: short bio
15 Vest Turning Trick (Hardeen): vest turned inside out while hands tied
16 Will Goldston: short bio
16 Stab It - A New Matter Through Matter Pocket Trick (Will Goldston): a mechanical pin through penny trick (looks difficult to make)
17 Max Holden: short bio
18 Another Card Location (Max Holden): daub
18 T. Nelson Downs: short bio
18 A Coin Trick (T. Nelson Downs): silver dollar is squeezed into change
19 New Vanishing Coin from Handkerchief (T. Nelson Downs): using a finger ring as a ruse
19 The Negligee Coin Vanish (T. Nelson Downs): half dollar vanishes from under handkerchief
19 Oswald Rae: short bio
20 A New Candle and Handkerchief (Oswald Rae): borrowed handkerchief is encased in a paper tube, set afire, and found inside the candle
21 C. Elliott Smith: 2nd Vice President, S.A.M. 1930-31, short bio
22 Changing a Coin into an Alarm Clock (C. Elliott Smith): coin covered with handkerchief turns into an alarm clock
22 Betty Jane Kolar: 8 year old female magician, short bio
23 The Great Kolar: short bio
23 Kolar's Straw and String Trick: five variations of the string cut in straw effect
25 S.S. Henry Artist Magician: short bio
26 At the End of the Rainbow (S.S. Henry): a silk and pot of gold production
26 Jack Gwynne: short bio
27 A Live Stock Idea (Jack Gwynne): production box
27 William Frazee - Myenberg: short bio
28 Glass of Water Thru Hat (William Frazee): glass penetrates up through hat
28 William R. Williston: short bio
29 The Penetrating Billiard Ball (William Williston): through handkerchief, uses shell
29 U.F. Grant: short bio
30 Another "Stung" Card Trick (U.F. Grant): with Jumbo cards
31 Harry Rouclere: National Treasurer, SAM 1930-31, short bio
31 The Fiddle Bow (Harry Rouclere): balls move up and down a bow, seemingly on command
32 Werner F. Dornfield - Dorny: short bio
32 Divination (Dorny): forcing a 3
33 Edwin Brush: short bio
33 Handkerchief Production (Edwin Brush): apparatus
34 Alfred P. Saal - The Man With the Lights: short bio
34 Match Box Magic (Alfred P. Saal): production of match boxes from thin air
35 Hagoort - The Holland Mystic: short bio
36 Just the Same (Jan Hagoort): card prediction with a gag
36 Ernest K. Schieldge: short bio
37 Transposition Unique (Ernest K. Schieldge): of wrapped up orange and apple
38 Barkann Rosinoff - The Trojan Trixter: short bio
38 A Scandall In the Queens Boudoir: a story using balls on a platform stand
39 Loring Campbell: short bio
40 The Three "Can" Monte (Loring Campbell): uses three Chink Water Cans
41 Louis Zingone: short bio
41 The Surprise Reverse (Louis Zingone): two cards transpose, with selection face up
42 Robert Sherman: short bio
42 Grains of Salt (Robert Sherman): a clever salt pour
43 J.M. Rope Trick (Robert Sherman): a trick for rope and ring
45 Doc Nixon - Neek Suen: short bio
45 The Genuine Chinese Coin Mystery (Nixon): coin trick for Chinese Coins painted various colors
47 Rajah Raboid: short bio
47 Cross Out a Number (Rajah Raboid): math trick
47: Tip: on paint
47: Tip: making a flap
48 Cardini: short bio
49 Walter A. Schwartz: B&W photo
49 The Art of Tying and Dyeing Silks: how to color silks, and how to fold them
51 Walter's Pet: lighted cigarette burns newspaper but not handkerchief
52 Patter for Walter's Pet
53 Cigarette Vanish: using modified TT
53 A Miniature Sword Box: pins puncture a balloon, but when box opened, balloon is there
54 One Hand Color Change: for cards
55 A Tom Thumb Levitation: doll rises and falls in a bottle of water at command
55 A Novel Production: yards of ribbon are produced from a milk bottle filled with milk
56 Colored Sands of Mohammed: spectator's can't find bag filled with red sand
57 A Utility Box: for vanishing small objects
57 A Simple Card Location
58 Vanishing Alarm Clock: for parlor
58 A Surprise Hank Production: twist on the rose in buttonhole effect
59 Penetrating Thimble: through handkerchief
59 Passe Thimbles: thimbles transpose
60 A Color Change: in fanned deck
61 A Complete Black Art Act: fully explained
