Learn Coin Magic
Where are you on your coin magic journey?
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I want to learn coin magic, where should I start? (Beginner)
Modern Coin Magic by J.B. Bobo - The bible of coin magic. Has enough magic in it to last you a lifetime. A little dated and not the easiest to learn from. There are several DVD accompaniments to Bobo's. The only one I can think of off the top of my head is Ben Salina's which I've heard mixed reactions about.
Complete Intro to Coin Magic by Michael Ammar - I have not watched this video, but I have heard it is fantastic to learn from without prior knowledge.
Basic Coin Magic 1 & 2 by David Stone - A great DVD but a little advanced to to a first DVD. Some great stuff though, and I would recommend picking it up. The Coin and Pen routine on #1 is one of my favorites to perform.
David Roth's Expert Coin Magic (3 Vol Set) - Again, I haven't watched it, but I have heard it is your best bet for picking up coin magic. Roth is a fantastic teacher and gives lots of great tips for the classic palm and shuttle pass especially.
Metal by Eric Jones - The most modern way to start coin magic. I have heard nothing but good things about it.
In the Beginning There Were Coins by Jay Noblezada - This course will take you from beginner to pro in coin magic.
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I've mastered the basics, now what? (Intermediate)
David Roth's Expert Coin Magic by Richard Kaufman - This book will often be suggested for beginners, but I disagree. Nothing particularly hard, but it is patchy in what it covers with regards to the basics. Some amazing material in it. Some of the best routines you will find.
New York Coin Seminar Vol 1-16 - A HUGE collection of just about everything. It is impossible to convey how much information is on this series. Pretty much all you ever wanted to learn about coin magic is encompassed within this DVD series.
Encyclopedia of Coin Sleights by Michael Rubinstein Vol 1-3 - very extensive list of coin sleights. It is something every coin worker should own if you are serious about coin magic.
Covert Coins by Charlie Justice - This is a cheap DVD that has a lot of really cool stuff on shells. I only mention this because it is a recent acquisition of mine and I'm really enjoying the material on it. Not the greatest teaching, but fantastic material.
Coin Classics Volume 1 - Nothing revolutionary on here but a good smattering of lots of different effects to learn from. A lot of the greats put forth routines for this DVD.
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I've done coin magic for decades, and I need something to challenge myself. What should I get? (Advanced)
Sick by Ponta the Smith - This is difficult stuff. Beginners who pick this up are led to believe they can perform the stuff on the DVD, but will be unable to come even remotely close to the smoothness of Ponta the Smith. That sounds really scathing, I know, but this should not be marketed as a beginner dvd. That being said, it is inspirational to see how fluid Ponta is with coins. His coins across routine is one of my favorites. His shuttle pass if unbelievable. His matrix stuff is lacking in my opinion.
F*king Coins by Philippe Bougard and Clément Kerstenne - Yes, the name is the actually expletive. It looks like it's also sold as "Freaking Coins".
Sylvester Pitch by Sylvester the Jester - Really great utility move that is a bit difficult to master. Teaches an amazing miser's dream routine that is performed out of your pockets.
Levent's Ultimate Guide to The Miser's Dream by Levent - A great resource for everything on the Miser's Dream. If you want to learn this routine, I suggest you get this DVD. You should know the basic palms and sleights before purchasing this.
The Complete Muscle Pass by David Kong - Excellent resource for the muscle pass.
Three Pieces of Silver by Rune Klan - unique and difficult coin effects that use his handling. Beautiful and challenging coin work can be found here. Used to be an underground vhs and now is available on dvd. No gaffs and all the effects are designed for stand up work. Also check out Runes World (book).
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