Hark, fellow conjurers! Unearth Michael Close’s “Devious” (all 2 volumes), a treasure trove of card magic! Learn Vegas-honed secrets from a master, perfect for any stage! Prepare to be amazed! (158 characters)
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Discover Michael Close’s Devious – The Ultimate Card Magic Collection
After a decade-long hiatus, Michael Close returns with Devious, a groundbreaking two-volume set that redefines card magic. Packed with routines for every occasion, this collection is a must-have for magicians of all skill levels.
Why Choose Devious?
- Versatile Performances: Whether you’re performing strolling magic, formal shows, or casual routines, Devious has you covered.
- Magician Foolers: Designed to amaze even the most seasoned professionals, these routines will leave your audience—and fellow magicians—utterly baffled.
- World-Class Instruction: Michael’s explanations go beyond the “how” to delve into the “why,” offering invaluable insights and supplemental tips.
Volume 1 Highlights
Volume 1 sets the stage with routines that blend creativity and cunning. Perfect for formal settings and casual performances, these tricks will keep your audience captivated.
Volume 2 Highlights
Volume 2 takes it up a notch, featuring mind-blowing effects like Red See Passover, A New World, and Vernon Would Have Liked This. Each routine is meticulously crafted to deliver maximum impact, ensuring unforgettable performances.
What Makes Michael Close Unique?
Michael’s time in Las Vegas has honed his craft, making him a master of card magic. His ability to blend humor, deception, and technical skill creates routines that are as entertaining as they are astonishing. With Devious, Michael empowers you to do the same.
Don’t miss out on this essential addition to your magic library. Devious is more than a collection—it’s a journey into the heart of card magic.
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Description
It has been a dozen years since Michael Close has released any material on video. His last collection – The Ultimate Workers – was lauded for both its quality of material and its thoroughness of instruction. These were the routines that defined the word “worker.”
Well, Michael is back, and his goal remains the same: to entertain and profoundly fool everyone he performs for, whether they are laymen or magicians. You’ll laugh, you’ll be amazed, and when you find out how these routines work you’ll say, “Man, that guy is devious.”
For the past decade, Michael has been living and working in Las Vegas, a town where a deck of cards is a commonplace object. On this two-disc video set, Michael focuses on card magic, with routines suitable for formal settings, strolling, casual performances, and those special times when you want to crush the brains of your magic buddies. As before, Michael’s explanations take you far beyond the “how” of each trick into discussions of the “why” of each routine. A large amount of supplemental information is also imparted.
So, sit back, relax, and get ready to have a great time. Getting fooled was never so much fun.
Volume TWO
Set 1 (For Casual Performances)
The Way of the Duck – A fresh presentation for an amazing revelation of two freely selected cards.
The Matching Miracle – An Ed Marlo routine streamlined by Harry Riser.
Harry’s Faro Trick – Harry Riser had forgotten about this amazing card discovery. It was published in M-U-M, but has never appeared on video.
Set 2 (G.C. Extravaganza)
Red See Passover – Michael’s presentation and handling of Simon Aronson’s great effect.
A Handling for Dean and Weber’s A New World – Michael’s approach allows for an effect that no other version can duplicate.
Dancers at the End of Time – A classic from Workers 2. Brother John Hamman’s Underground Transposition takes a side trip through the Twilight Zone.
Set 3 (A Lesson in Routining)
Sideswiped – Another great Simon Aronson effect.
The Bammo Deck Walloper – Michael’s handling of this effect is so good, it fooled Bob Farmer, who (along with Gerald Kirchner) created it.
Set 4 (Magician Foolers)
Vernon Would Have Liked This – A very natural and elegant handling of an Ambitious Card effect.
Bedwell Meets Findley – An unusual combination of moves produces a stunning card control.
The Stewart James Prank – A lesson in how to punk your pals.
