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Fifty years a member of the Magic Circle and then President. One of the best known personalities of the magical world will hold your attention with memorable accounts of how he met David Devant and was given private lessons by the great illusionist himself. Francis talks about happenings at Royal Command performances and dramatic happenings at the Magic Circle over the years. This is living history.

This is a licensed reproduction of the famous Magicassette series created by Martin Breese - now owned by Lybrary.com.

This recording contains excellent card effects with every detail carefully explained. The highlight is perhaps Walt's own Astrology/Mentalism routines actually used professionally by him for a number of years.

Originally released in the Martin Breese Magicassette series.

runtime 1 hour 20 minutes

Terry Seabrooke is a genius at comedy. He has only to walk out in front of an audience and they begin to laugh. In these recordings Terry explains how you take a standard prop and turn it into a comedy item.

Who would have thought of cutting a piece of wallpaper by getting a lady assistant to lie on it while he saws through her and the sheet of paper? Only Terry Seabrooke. Here in this master class he teaches you how to develop your own comedy magic routines and explains the essence of building comedy situations that will make your audience laugh. If you are thinking of creating your comedy...

This is volume two of Terry Seabrook's comedy masterclass. How do you take any object and turn it into a comedy item?

Terry is one of the funniest magicians. He has entertained lay audiences and magicians and they all fall under his spell. It is all here. It looks so easy but it requires careful planning and a lot of hard work and the inside info that you will find here.

And even if you are not planning to put together a comedy magic show, it is extremely helpful to understand how comedy works. How do get somebody to laugh and laugh at the right moment? It puts you, the performer, in charge...

David Regal is a television writer and producer (Carbonnaro Effect) by profession, with a background in live comedy. But you likely know his work in magic, either through the tricks he has created like "Sudden Deck", or the books he's authored such as Approaching Magic, or his own performances at the Magic Castle or on video.

• What his process entails for coming up with engaging presentations.
• The difference between inspiration and attendance.
• How television writing informs his magic.
• Why a magic secret is only a beginning.
• Why being original (or not) is a decision.
• The differences...

Roger Crosthwaite wrote the following after hearing John's recording: "These John Mendoza recordings are absolutely superb! Anyone who buys them will certainly not be disappointed for there is something for everyone ....he is a commercial performer who stresses direct and visual magic. Seasoned card workers will be excited and challenged by some beautiful new magic of the highest order and caliber...these insights into his own philosophy of magic are so valuable and really only come through the spoken word." A treat for anyone who is into advanced close-up material.

This is a three volume...

This is volume 2 in a three part series: Volume 1, Volume 3.

This is a licensed reproduction of the famous Magicassette series created by Martin Breese - now owned by Lybrary.com.

This is volume 3 in a three part series: Volume 1, Volume 2.

This is a licensed reproduction of the famous Magicassette series created by Martin Breese - now owned by Lybrary.com.

Simon Lovell is a highly experienced performer with over two hundred television credits to his name. Simon has produced a DVD series, fourteen videos, published sixteen books, and written hundreds of magazine articles, short stories, and scripts. In recent years, he has been professionally engaged advising other performers in live and film situations and lecturing worldwide to casinos. Over the years, Simon has appeared in all kinds of venues from theatres to comedy clubs. He is one of the most popular magical entertainers around. Reviewers have described his "trademark" straitjacket routine...

This is volume two in the Simon Lovell interview conducted by Martin Breese. Listen to Simon's advice on magic and comedy magic in particular.

This is a licensed reproduction of the famous Magicassette and MagiCD series created by Martin Breese - now owned by Lybrary.com.

If you are an Al Koran fan you will totally and completely be absorbed by this recording. The first half consists of Goodliffe (the founder of Abracadabra Magazine) recounting his experiences and many meetings with Al Koran. Following Goodliffe's fascinating introduction you will then hear Al Koran performing many of his now classic routines in front of enthusiastic audiences. You will be put into a state of wonder as you hear the amazing Al Koran baffling and entertaining with his own brand of magic. If you are into mentalism this is an essential recording to own.

This is a licensed reproduction...

Al Mann was one of the most creative minds in mentalism. Author of over hundred pamphlets with such intriguing titles as 'The Tesseract', 'Page of Swords', 'The Kolophon', 'Acidus Plus' Martin Breese managed to persuade him to make an audio recording in order that mentalists may get to know him better. You will hear Al Mann describe how he first became involved with magic. He details some of his experiences and early influences and describes an effect which is seldom seen today - reading a message in the dark.

Bert Reese is discussed and his methods described. Al knew Dunninger and often...

When George Schindler wrote his book Amedeo's Continental Magic he used his tape recorder frequently to capture some of the remarkable Amedeo stories. On this recording George introduces Amedeo and we then hear Amedeo himself talking about his life and times in working for over 65 years in more than 23 countries. In 1972 the New York Society of Magicians named Amedeo as "Magician of the Year." Here is your opportunity to hear him talking about some of his experiences.

Recorded October 20th, 1973. Length 52 min.

If you want to break into the TV market you have to listen to this. Anthony Owen is currently the most successful TV magic producer in the UK and has worked on the Derren Brown shows, Monkey Magic, Dirty Tricks, The Real Hustle, and many more. And even if you are not trying to become a TV magic star you will hear a lot of great advice for anybody who wants to make a living with magic.

"I thought CDs were out as a way of learning about magic, but this one by Anthony Owen proves I was wrong. You just have to hear him speak to get the full inspirational effect of his amazing story. This is...

On February 26th 2009 a historic event took place. Bob Cassidy gave a one-of-a-kind two hour teleseminar which was hosted by his longtime student and friend Michael Weber.

Two hours of pure Cassidy where he answered questions and spoke on a number of crucially important points on mentalism. Some of the topics discussed were:

• Persona: Selecting effects consistent with your persona; choosing a persona; credibility; the Dr. Crow persona.
• Rehearsing: How to practice mentalism.
• What is bad mentalism?
• Scripts versus Improvisation
• Mentalism versus Mental Magic
• Publicity stunts
• Logical disconnect:...

Bob Cassidy, one of the most respected and influential mentalists of our time, turns his attention to the topic of the seance and will show you just how simple it is to perform! In fact, most everything you need is contained within this ebook. Plus you get a recorded teleseminar that Michael Weber hosts where Bob talks about seances. On top of this you get the exclusive post-seminar notes and a copy of Behind the scenes with the mediums as PDF.

You'll learn:

• a 12-step outline for conducting a successful seance
• the first rule of all effective seances
• how to do a seance without communicating...

Stephen King in his book Dance Macabre, a book that deals with horror in literature and film, pointed out that the only two kinds of movies which produced an audible reaction from an audience were comedy and horror.

It was Tony Shiels who pushed magic in the direction of horror and, long before magic-as-theatre became the latest fad, suggested that tricks could be made more entertaining if their presentations were more dramatic; perhaps a little out of the ordinary. Few took up the suggestion but those that did went on to found what is today known as Bizarre Magick; magic which involves those...

Listen along to the thrilling adventures of Blackstone, the Magic Detective. Each week he will solve a variety of mysteries with magic. Along with his main assistant, the beautiful Rhoda Brent (voiced by Fran Carlon) and their radio announcers Alan Kent and Don Hancock (or here and there John, played by Ted Osborne, who may be Rhoda’s boyfriend) we get to hear thrilling inside stories about the mementos he has collected when solving fantastic crimes or the magic apparatus Blackstone has used to solve them. Then, Blackstone lets us in on the magic we can do at home and “reveal the guarded secrets of...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

1. That Ghost That Trapped A Killer
   Blackstone is asked by the police to help prove a suspect is a murderer. He sets out to do so, with the help of a ghost!
   Blackstone teaches how to knock a match off a nickel while it is under a glass. Originally broadcast 10/03/1948
2. The Reluctant Buzzsaw
   Rhoda, Blackstone's assistant, witnesses a robbery, and when the criminals return to silence her they find that they must deal with...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

7. The Whispering Buddha
   Blackstone's new Buddha, like everything in his studio, comes with a story. When Blackstone and Rhoda stumble onto black marketers, only magic can save them!
   The episode ends with Blackstone teaching Don, Rhoda and you his magic lie detector routine. Originally broadcast 11/14/1948
8. The Organ Murder
   Blackstone's new organ comes, of course, with a story attached. Rhoda's friend comes to Blackstone...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

13. Murder on Stage
    Rebuffed by Rhoda and angry at Blackstone, stage assistant Steve tries to murder Blackstone and Rhoda. Can the Magic Detective escape his water tank in time to keep Steve from strangling Rhoda!
    Don challenges Blackstone to name a card before Don chooses instead of after...Blackstone does and then teaches the audience how to as well! Originally broadcast 12/26/1948
14. The Midway Robberies
    When Don asks about...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

19. The Curse of the Yogi
    A yogi's chimes haunt a bank teller into attempting suicide. Luckily Blackstone saves him. But can Blackstone defeat the ghostly yogi?
    Then, Blackstone baffles his friends with the Floating Cigarette and teaches you the secret. Originally broadcast 02/06/1949
20. The Coin of Cleopatra
    A discussion of Blackstone's collection of medals commemorating great magicians leads to the story of how the Magic...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

25. The Missing Palmist
    This episode begins with Rhoda and Blackstone practicing their second sight routine. This leads to a story about dishonest carnival workers (as if there is another kind).
    Then, a handkerchief forms a makeshift pocket around a quarter that then disappears. Don and Rhoda can not figure it out, but Blackstone will let you know the secret! Originally broadcast 03/20/1949
26. The Ladder of Wealth
    A legendary...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

31. The Curse of Kali
    "Rhoda" says Blackstone, "India is a queer place." Blackstone and his beautiful assistant must help a young maharaja who has been threatened by the Thugs of Kali. Can Blackstone's magic overcome the curse of Kali?
    Blackstone ends the episode by teaching you how to look at the portrait of Washington on a dollar bill and predict if the serial number is odd or even. Originally broadcast 05/01/1949
32. Footsteps...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

37. The Hindu Sword Cabinet
    "Hello, Don. I'll be with you in a second; I just want to finish sticking knives in Rhoda," says Blackstone...and so begins this thrilling episode, which centers on this famous trick. Blackstone explains how he used the trick to foil the plans of yet another crooked swami.
    Don and Rhoda then learn to perform Blackstone's card trick "The Whispering Queen." Originally broadcast 06/12/1949
38. The Face...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

43. Crime in the Stars
    Astrology...hypnotism...and organized crime! The police suspect fortune-teller Madame Stella is behind a rash of robberies but can not prove it. Will Rhoda and Blackstone be able to foil her plans?
    Afterwards, Blackstone teaches Rhoda, Alan and you how to summon your own Tapping Ghost. Originally broadcast 07/24/1949
44. The Devil's Cauldron
    While on a trip to "the islands" before the War, Blackstone helps...

All these episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops, and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

49. The Vanishing Brooch
    While attempting to get his watch repaired, the jewelers ask Blackstone to solve a rash of robberies that are leaving their own detectives baffled. Could one of the store's oldest and best customers be to blame?
    After another mystery is solved by magic, Blackstone teaches a strange little card trick with a singing revelation. Originally broadcast 09/04/1949
50. Crimes on a Merry Go Round
    The police are...

Bob is well-known around the world for his original effects marketed by Ken Brooke and for his clever writings in his book Fingertip Fantasies.

Bob gives a number of effects ranging from close-up to cabaret and a number of children's effects. Here's what Goodliffe had to say: "His book which I published enjoyed an excellent sale, though, so he must have more admirers than I realise. They will love this really exciting tape. He deals with club and cabaret, close-up magic and children'smagic. There must be a dozen tricks plus advice, ideas and useful tips, making this one of the most informative,...

Bruce Cervon had been a full-time professional magician since 1965. He won many awards including the Magic Castle Close-up Magician Of The Year, in fact, he won it more than once. This recording features some of the commercial card magic of Bruce Cervon.

Perhaps his most famous effect is "Dirty Deal". Here, for the first time, is the opportunity to learn Bruce's own handling. Bruce Cervon is also well known for his interest in topological card magic and he describes a very clean handling for "Cardwarp" using one card and a dollar bill. It's an excellent routine in which a playing card reverses...

Peter Kane was one of England's most innovative card and coin magicians. Peter covers in this recording from 1976 the Faro Shuffle, Second Dealing, a routine called "The Black Jacks", and many other aspects of card magic of interest to the advanced worker.

You also receive a PDF with instructions for two of the more complicated pieces: The Black Jacks Routine, The Elongated Lady.

This is a licensed reproduction of the famous Magicassette and MagiCD series created by Martin Breese - now owned by Lybrary.com.

Peter Kane was one of England's most innovative card and coin magicians. Peter covers in this volume his famous "The Elongated Lady" among others.

Sid Lorraine reviews: "You hear Peter Kane chatting and doing his magic for Martin Breese...you'll chuckle at some of his anecdotes and experiences and learn of his admiration for certain card men and their work. He talks about his Elongated Lady Trick, his presentation of his famous Gipsy Curse trick and so much more."

You also receive a PDF with instructions for some of the more complicated pieces.

This is a licensed reproduction of the...

Basil Horwitz - the South African mentalist - released in the 1980s seven of his treasured mentalism routines and the impact was phenomenal. There are few mentalists in the world who have not heard either the recordings or read the text which was published later. Several professional and famous mentalists use the material straight from these recordings. Each of the seven effects has been used somewhere in the world on TV.

If you would like to read a lot more about Basil's routines then see the 6 volume ebook series Mental Magick.

[For volume 2 of this recording click here.

This is a licensed reproduction of the famous Magicassette and MagiCD...

This is the second volume describing seven brilliant mentalism effects. Basil Horwitz is one of South Africa's most successful insurance salesmen. His success is almost 90% due to a magical approach explained on these recordings.

[For volume 1 of this recording click here.]

This is a licensed reproduction of the famous Magicassette and MagiCD series created by Martin Breese - now owned by Lybrary.com.

Script: David Britland: Narrator: Dave Kelly: Producer: Martin Breese

You have probably read all of the books on Chan Canasta and now you can actually hear Chan Canasta performing some of his classic effects on this amazing recording.

In fact this is a complete program on Chan Canasta. It draws on Martin Breese's extensive archive of sound recordings of Chan Canasta.

You will hear Canasta live and then you will be given a complete description of each effect by the narrator. The book test, for example, can be heard exactly as it was performed more than forty years ago and then each move is carefully...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

The Black Steps
In this thrilling episode, the...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

The Ominous Sahara (aka The Ominous, Deadly Sahara)...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

Island of Disappearing Men (Temple Under the Sea...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

The Wizard of Kalahari
Trouble is brewing in Nairobi....

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

Counterfeiters
Frank Chandler returns to his old...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

Clever Jeff Adams
Chandu now finds himself in...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

Black Market Hijackers
For no reason that anyone...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

Photographic Memory
Princess Nadji invites her...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

The Spell of Dimitri
Chandler, Dot and the kids...

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These two episodes have been digitally restored and remastered. Each episode has had the major clicks, pops and distortions removed while preserving the vintage sound.

The Temple at Karnak
When the infamous Nazi chemist...