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The Magic of Michael Ammar is a foundational text in modern magic, from a pivotal figure in the art - named by Magic Magazine as "one of the most influential magicians in the 20th Century" Michael Ammar has won magic plaudits and awards galore, performing for presidents, royalty and celebrities worldwide, with a powerful commercial style that is detailed within this very book.
This large, extensively illustrated book covers the very best of Ammar's work, with dozens of finely crafted magic performance pieces for close up, stand-up, casual and restaurant settings, with full scripting and presentational notes, including his legendary Cups and Balls routine. The book also includes essays that dig deep into Michael's unique philosophy in the art, as well as detailed instructions on Ammar's proven methods for making your magic memorable, and even how to negotiate higher performance fees with proven real-world advice, and even practical worksheets.
The Magic of Michael Ammar is a deep cut through the work and mindset of one of magic's very best performers and thinkers, including material that is now ubiquitous because of it's inarguable excellence, Ammar even shares secrets passed to him from his mentor, Dai Vernon, on how to develop your skills in magic to their highest standards.
If your magic is ready to go to the next level, The Magic of Michael Ammar contains all the material necessary to get you there.
Introduction (by David Copperfield)
Foreword (by Michael Ammar)
Preface (by Mike Maxwell)
CHAPTER 1: Cups & Balls
CHAPTER 2: Utilities
CHAPTER 3: Eight Philosophical Essays On Magic
CHAPTER 4: Social Workers
CHAPTER 5: Restaurants
CHAPTER 6: Reputation Makers
CHAPTER 7: Stand-Up
CHAPTER 8 Magic Management
CHAPTER 9: Classic Renditions
CHAPTER 10: Bonus Chapter
CHAPTER 11: Making Magic Memorable
CHAPTER 12: Negotiating Higher Performance Fees