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Lee Asher V.I.P. 496 Posts |
Anyone ever heard of Justin Hanes?
He is one of my favorites.... Asher
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Scott Cram Inner circle 2678 Posts |
I think I have the single most surprising card magician for you - Uri Geller! Yep, the old metal bender himself! A while back (it was the late 80's or early 90's), I happened to be visiting the Magic Castle on the same night as Uri Geller. He wasn't performing for the Castle, just visiting. He did some surprisingly good sleight-of-hand magic that night, and nothing you'd mistake for "psychic powers", either.
As for Shoot Ogawa - I agree. But I think that's unfair - he's the most amazing all-around magician! Darwin's club in Vegas is better for having him as a regular. If you like Shoot, you'll like Armando Lucero as well. His coin and card work makes me wonder if he's just using real magic. It was funny to see Brian Tudor's name on this list. He grew up learning in the same magic store I worked at - California Magic & Novelty. |
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sleightly_impressive New user 16 Posts |
Let's not forget Ricky Jay. His handling and presentation of card routines is flawless and astounding. I'd love to spend an afternoon w/ Ricky learning from him....
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Ron Giesecke Special user Redding, Ca. 947 Posts |
I think Tobias is on to something, when he cites Bill Malone. When considering these things I have to take in the whole package (well-rounded entertainer), which it appears, many have with their descriptions of Lennart Green.
To me Bill Malone is a standard to which all should aspire. There are plenty of card guys out there, whose ability with cards borders on the edge of space. They may be able to pinky-count 47 cards, 100% of the time, but cannot do so without giving an affect of frequent irregularity discomfort. Performers like Bill Malone (and I will blindly presume Lennart green) never show the toil on their faces--their get-readys and preparatory moves are invisibly cloaked in legitimate entertainment. So, with that standard, I submit: Bill Malone Gregory Wilson Guy Hollingworth Paul Gertner Simon Lovell David Regal Ricky Jay (a monster of presenation) A stellar group. An abbreviated list, but first to enter my mind. --Ron |
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Bascomb Grecian Loyal user Redding, Ca. 202 Posts |
Folks-Let us not forget the man with his 52 assistants.......the uncomparable.........
unsurpassed Ricky Jay!
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CS Sheridan New user 65 Posts |
And I put a third vote in for Mr. Jay. Amazing. I would kill to learn from him.
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Dave Egleston Special user Ceres, Ca 632 Posts |
I don't think Mr Jay would be willing to teach you if you killed someone.
As I've stated on another thread: If you've seen a guy named Bill Goodwin perform - all discussion on this topic would cease. I've only seen Mr Goodwin perform twice in person - at a couple of conventions in the early '90's - L.J. would cry out "Do a trick Billy!" Mr. Goodwin would come across the room and amaze the likes of D. Ortiz - M. Close - R. Klause and M. Skinner - with L.J. just smiling benignly in the background Dave |
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truquero New user México 60 Posts |
For me, the very best guy is René Lavand.
I think many of you´ll agree (if you have seen his performance) Regards!
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qkeli Special user paris,france 792 Posts |
I think GARY KURTZ is a monster of cardman, just have a look on his effect "force thought" and you'll see what I mean!!
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Pavlo Veteran user Poland 306 Posts |
Greg Wilson, Paul Harris, Bill Malone and of course David Regal-they're my favorites
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Kjellstrom Inner circle Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe 5203 Posts |
John Bannon has a flawless cardhandling and nice presentation. He also has some cool finesses on old methods. I have only seen him on video but that was a great experience.
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Chris A. Inner circle AKA Chris A. 1123 Posts |
Good call. If you read his books, you'll see that he wants all his tricks to be
"surprising" and not merely "challenging" to the spectator.
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cardshark101 New user UK Hertfordshire 69 Posts |
Jay Sankey, Reed McClintock, Darwin Ortiz
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Rodney Massey Loyal user pickering, ontario 231 Posts |
Harry Lorayne! This magician has been FRYING the world's top cardmen for decades. his ability to talk and think atthe same time is unbelievable. He does things without batting an eye-lid, and without arousing suspicion. If you can perform some of Harry's card magic with your own style and presentations, you will be a true miracle worker.
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vinsmagic Eternal Order sleeping with the fishes... 10957 Posts |
Here three guys that no one has mentioned and they are three of the best
Jim Swain Jack Carpenter Andrew Wimhurst and a couple more for good measure STEVE FORTE P CHOSSE = vinny= |
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levitate Veteran user 319 Posts |
Jay Sankey is probably the most surprising just because of his personality. You can never predict what he is about to do or say. Also, I must say every effect/sleight I have seen Peter Duffie perform has totally fooled me.
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M Pitcher Elite user Around the block 432 Posts |
Anyone ever heard of Peter Pellikaan from Holland?
He is one of my favorites.... |
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Gert Piet New user The Netherlands 27 Posts |
Yes, i have heard of im. I've seen him two times performing in the Magic Art Center and for as i know he is the best cardman in Holland.
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Jake Austin Loyal user Colorado Springs 237 Posts |
I'd like to put Kostya Kimlat's name into the mix. He is an up and comer with great chops but even greater misdirection and presentation skills.
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Eric Grossman Elite user St. Louis, MO 429 Posts |
I'd like to add my friend, Lee Asher to this list. He is a creative, diabolical, and sick man.
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