The Magic of Michael Ammar – A Must-Have for Every Serious Magician Discover the groundbreaking work of one of the most influential magicians of the 20th century About Michael Ammar

Michael Ammar is regarded by many as one of the greatest magicians of his time. Magic Magazine even called him “een van de meest invloedrijke goochelaars van de 20e eeuw.”. He has performed for presidents, royalty, and celebrities worldwide and has won countless awards and honors. Ammar is known for his commercial style of magic, a style he shares in detail in his masterpiece, The Magic of Michael Ammar

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What does this book offer?

The Magic of Michael Ammar

is a comprehensive, beautifully illustrated book that covers the best of Ammar’s career. It contains dozens of carefully crafted magic acts for various settings: close-up, stand-up, informal performances, and restaurants. Each routine is fully written out, including presentation notes and scripts, so you not only learn the tricks but also how to present them masterfully.

The book features legendary routines, including his famous cups and balls act, as well as in-depth essays in which Michael shares his unique philosophy on the art of magic. You’ll also find detailed instructions on how to make magic memorable, practical tips on negotiating higher fees, and even worksheets to take your performances to the next level.

Why buy this book?

• Detailed Explanations: Every part of the trick is thoroughly explained, including complete scripts and notes to help you perfect your presentations.
• In-depth insights: Learn Michael Ammar’s philosophy on magic, with tips from his mentor, the legendary Dai Vernon.
• Commercial magic: Perfect for close-up, stand-up, informal, and restaurant performances, with proven routines guaranteed to impress.
• Practical tips: Get proven strategies to negotiate higher fees and make your magic unforgettable.

Book Contents

• Introduction: by David Copperfield
• Foreword: by Michael Ammar
• Foreword: by Mike Maxwell

CHAPTER 1: Cups & Balls

• Stand-up Cups & Balls
• The Dai Vernon Wand Spin

CHAPTER 2: Utilities

• Retention Vanish
• Amazing Coin Vanish (by Rick Anderson)
• Fingertip Coin Vanish (by John Carney)
• Ultimate One-Finger Spellbound
• Corner Switch
• Bottom Deal Force
• Wiped Clean #1
• Wiped Clean #2
• Clip Card Vanish
• Cut and Restored Rope Replacement
• Side Steal
• Thumb Tip Finesse

CHAPTER 3: Eight Philosophical Essays on Magic

• In the Men’s Hut
• Super Group
• I’ve Got Rhythm
• The Unspoken Performance
• Lying: The Unconscious Dilution of Impact
• Get More Rubals From Your Magic
• I’m In Training
• Have No Mercy

CHAPTER 4: Social Workers

• This Will Blow Your Mind
• Coin on the Ceiling
• Card Matrix
• Snort But Sweet (by Bob Chesebro)
• Silver Certificate (by Lou Gallo)
• Coin in Pen Cap (by David Williamson)

CHAPTER 5: Restaurants

• New Wave Coins Across (by Mike Gallo)
• Reverse Matrix (by David Williamson)
• The Vanishing Glass
• Coins Through Table Kicker (by Mike Gallo)
• Now Cut That Out (by David Williamson)
• Switching Sandwiches
• Torn and Restored Cigarette #1
• Torn and Restored Cigarette #2
• Ring Band-It
• Did You Order Salt or Pepper
• Bluefield Debut
• Broken and Restored Rubber Band Finesse
• The Linking Headbands Pinch

CHAPTER 6: Reputation Makers

• Pencil Through Quarter
• The Iceman Cometh
• Card Cubes
• Let’s Hit The Bottle

CHAPTER 7: Stand-Up

• Silk to Egg
• Indoor Baseball
• Signed Bill in Light Bulb
• Billy. The Hypnotized Balloon
• The Two Card Trick
• Haley’s Comet

CHAPTER 8 Magic Management

• Custom Cue Sheets
• Show Sheets
• Personal Project Planner
• Booking Sheets

CHAPTER 9: Classic Renditions

• The Thumb Tip Bill Switch
• The Crazy Man’s Handcuffs

CHAPTER 10: Bonus Chapter

• False Count With Coins
• Multiple Coin Production
• Double Color Change
• KoinTakey
• Inversion (by James Lewis)
• Incredible Coins Across
• The Vernon Theory of Artistic Advancement: An Essay
• Challenging Your Experiences: An Essay
• Where Do You Stand?: An Essay
• On Magic Competition – Part One: Technical Preparation
• On Magic Competition – Part Two: Mental Preparation
• Pencil Through Quarter Finesse (by David Williamson)

CHAPTER 11: Making Magic Memorable

• The Development of Style
• Eight Principles for Making Magic Memorable

CHAPTER 12: Negotiating Higher Performance Fees

• Negotiating
• The Three Stages of Negotiation
• Nine Gambits

The Magic of Michael Ammar
is an essential book for any serious magician who wants to take his or her skills to the highest level. It contains not only tricks, but also the knowledge, philosophy, and insights of one of the greatest thinkers in the world of magic.

Order now and take your magic to unprecedented heights!