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JohnG V.I.P. 372 Posts |
In November 2003, I released Brainstorm to the magic community.
For those of you who have written me over the past year, I appreciate your wonderful comments. These DVDs seem to really have taken the world be storm! Now, there’s something new on the horizon....SECOND STORM! Coming March 2005, this new set of lecture notes will contain 13 new effects. Best of all, most every effect can be done completely impromptu with a standard deck of cards. For more details, visit: http://www.stormaway.com All the best in magic, John Guastaferro
John Guastaferro
Website: www.MagicJohnG.com Facebook fan page: www.facebook.com/MagicJohnG Twitter: twitter.com/johngmagic YouTube: www.youtube.com/johngmagic Email: johnGmagic@mac.com |
h_A_Z Special user Ireland/Msia 701 Posts |
Will be looking forward to your new release Mr Guasteferro.
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frankw Loyal user 205 Posts |
I was very surprised when I got the Brainstorm DVD's. Since this time is everything fromJohn a must for me. His magic effects are clear, fresh and pratical, perfect for every one who likes to perform in the real world under real conditions. Thanks John!
Frank |
Matt Bartz Loyal user Gilbert, Arizona 251 Posts |
I'm looking forward to this release. The description sounds great. I really enjoyed the dvds.
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Review King Eternal Order 14446 Posts |
John Guastaferro is one of the most creative and dynamic performers in magic. I'll be getting these!!!
"Of all words of tongue and pen,
the saddest are, "It might have been" ..........John Greenleaf Whittier |
Alejandro Peterson Elite user México 408 Posts |
I agree, John G. card magic is Strong and very practical!
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mattisdx Inner circle 1614 Posts |
Whats the update on this?
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h_A_Z Special user Ireland/Msia 701 Posts |
It has been out for about a year. I think there is a review on this somewhere in the Café.
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VcosNJ Inner circle 1179 Posts |
I just got the DVD + Second Storm lecture notes combo over the holiday. I saw the first DVD and I gotta agree with everyone else, his material rocks!! I've yet to see the 2nd dvd and read the notes, but if it's anything like the first one, I'm sure these will be just as good!
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evolve629 Inner circle A stack of 3838 Posts |
I hope the Second Storm will be made into a DVD soon. I'm absolutely and positively entertained and delighted by the BrainStorm!
One hundred percent of the shots you don't take don't go in - Wayne Gretzky
My favorite part is putting the gaffs in the spectators hands...it gives you that warm fuzzy feeling inside! - Bob Kohler |
andrelimantara Special user Surabaya, Indonesia 871 Posts |
Is it the same lecture in your website, John ?
with additional 2 new effects ?
"Good performance comes from good practice, Great performance comes from the heart - Andre Limantara"
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Mike_T New user Alabama 85 Posts |
I also agree with everyone else. I purchased Brainstorm and if John G. comes out with any other DVD. Its an automatic purchase for me.
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JohnG V.I.P. 372 Posts |
Yes, Second Storm lecture notes are available on my website. It has 14 effects. I am also including 2 new write-ups, Magic TIPS manuscript and a stress card accessory to perform one of the effects. Almost every effect can be performed with nothing more than a standard deck of cards. I'v very proud of the notes. It really is more like a book - beautiful color photos, tons of tips and variations, etc. And even though it may not be as visual as watching a DVD, I hope reading these pages brings another level of enjoyment.
I'd love to get these effects on DVD (along with a few brand new ones), but just can't find the time. Hopefully in 2006! Thanks for all the great comments! John G
John Guastaferro
Website: www.MagicJohnG.com Facebook fan page: www.facebook.com/MagicJohnG Twitter: twitter.com/johngmagic YouTube: www.youtube.com/johngmagic Email: johnGmagic@mac.com |
Alejandro Peterson Elite user México 408 Posts |
Hy John, Do you know at this time if you are going to film Second Storm this year?
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Caleb Wiles Inner circle Indianapolis, IN 1132 Posts |
Here is the review I wrote for John's Second Storm Lecture Notes almost a year ago. Here's the link to the topic. http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/viewt......;forum=2
"Ok, here's a breakdown of some of the effects in Second Storm. Let me start off by saying, however, that I think this is money well spent. It's not as good as the Brainstorm DVD's, but then again that's a pretty high standard to set. First the production of the lecture notes is very professional. It's spiral bound and printed on high quality paper. The 57 color pictures that accompany the text are exceptionally clear and helpful; they really add a lot to helping the reader understand exactly what the magic should look like. The only problem I have with the notes is that the binding should have been done a little differently; it's a little difficult to flip past pages as they get caught up in the binding. At times this is a little frustrating. Of course this is a minor detail that doesn't distract from the outstanding material enclosed. Teeter Totter Aces- The presentation to this effect is good, but I don't care for the effect all that much. In my opinion, this is the weakest effect in the notes, but some may find a use for it. I like the fact the spectator does the magic, but I just think there are better ways of producing four of a kind. Fair Trade- This is a nice impromptu quickie that would probably be better suited to be an addition to an already existing routine rather than standing on it's own. Some may like it because the fact that it only uses the four aces and four jacks (or queens or whatever.) This makes it a perfect mate for Paul Harris's Reset or John's own Intuition from the Brainstorm DVD's. I personally don't like it as well as the similar effects on the Brainstorm series. Jokers To Go- In this effect, two jokers change places with a selected card. Darwin Ortiz has a similar effect in Cardshark where four cards change places with a single card. In my opinion John's version in better. In short, you place two jokers in a the card case. The selected card is then placed in the center of the deck. Upon spreading the deck, the two jokers are discovered face up in the middle and the selected card is found in the box. The Stress Test- This is a commercial card revelation that many performers will definitely find a use for. I probably won't use this is paid performance (although it's strong enough to be used), but I will definitely carry this around in my wallet for impromptu settings. Here, There, & Everywhere- I've seen very similar effects like this in other books. Basically a selected card is found in different parts of the deck. Each time it is found, it is deposited on the table. At the end, the cards on the table undergo a magical transformation and the selected card ends up in the only place it couldn't be. This is something I'll perform often. I've already tried it out on a few lay people over the last couple of days and recieved great responses. It's not entirely impromptu, but the setup is easy to arrange in front of your audience. Turning The Tables- This is absolutely great. This is probably my favorite effect from the notes. Basically you give the deck to a spectator and walk them through performing a magic trick. They hold the cards as you place the four jacks into different spots in the deck. They square the cards and snap their fingers. Immediately the four jacks rise to the top. This is the kind of killer magic that your assistant will not forget. You give them the credit for the magic, and the presentation leaves room for a lot of audience interaction. It's pure entertainment for everyone involved. The fact that this is easy to do makes this it an instant addition to my performing arsenal. Don't understimate this gem. The Box Illusion- This is a great idea. It's something I'll definitely be playing around with for awhile. I don't think it's reached its full potential yet. Basically you show a deck of cards in the case. You pull out a card, show it's face, and announce that you'll attempt to make it fly into your pocket. You place the card back inside the case and reach into your pocket. To your surprise the whole deck traveled to your pocket except for the original card which is found inside the otherwise empty card box. This is something you'd expect to find in a Paul Harris book. Googly Eyes- This is a spelling effect with a clever presentation. In fact, I like the presentation much more than the effect itself. I've tried it out on a few spectators and recieved good reactions. For some reason though I suspect this will be an effect that I like more than my spectators do. I love it, they like it. Don't you just hate that. Ultimate Fate- You saw what Jaybs thought of this effect in the post above. It's definitely very strong magic. It's similar to Aldo Columbini's Contact Colors. I remember the first time I saw Aldo's effect I thought to myself, "Wow, that's impressive, but I wish there was something that would make the ending more magical." John did just that. It does require a setup, but a simple deck switch would set you up for a killer closer for your act. Time Will Tell- This is a simple mentalism effect that will surely be well recieved by lay audiences, but it's not something I see myself performing too often as it doesn't fit my style. In the words of John: "The handling is very simple and the reactions you'll get will far exceed the work you put into it." He's right. Double Trouble- This is a card effect that I predict will be used by many performers. The cards change from all backs to blank, to a regular deck. The only problem for me is that I have never been able to master a reverse fan. Unfortunately that means I won't be able to perform this no doubt outstanding effect that would make a great opener. Tricycle Cards- This is a cute packet effect that has it's roots in Darwin Ortiz's Jumping Gemini effect. It's logical, easy, and features just four cards going through a series of magical transformations. I like it a lot. Constellation- "Dots made by a spectator on your business card visually move and rearrange themselves to spell a message." This is a simple handling for a very commercial effect. I'll try this out at my restaurant tonight. Seems to be a very nice way to hand out your business card that will increase the likelihood that your spectator will actually keep it. Bonus effect: Silkworm- This is a silk/sponge ball routine. The routine is well structured: you seem to start with nothing and end with nothing. Here's the effect as the audience sees it: "Beginning with your hands empty, you produce a silk; change it into a sponge ball; split it into two; and cause them to travel invisibly. You then cause the sponge balls to change into one, then into a silk, then back to nothing." It's a nice routine that can be done completely in the hands. Most likely you already have a sponge ball routine in your arsenal. If you don't, this is a great way to start. If you do, you may still find some useful items in this routine. Of particular interest is the clever holdout for a spongeball he explains. I will use this in my restaurant work for returning customers who have already seen my sponge bunnies. You can tell that the material was not created for the lecture notes, but rather for John's use in the real world. This means the material is commercial, relatively easy to do, creative, well structured, and magical. The notes are a pleasure to read. The instructions are clear, and the photographs are exceptional. Although the price may be more than other lecture notes, the material is definitely a step above and the notes aren't just thrown together. John is a true professional. He is careful to explain each effect clearly and credit other inventors for their contributions to his effects. I recommend this set of lecture notes without reservation. " Caleb
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Alejandro Peterson Elite user México 408 Posts |
It's not as good as the Brainstorm DVD's, but then again that's a pretty high standard to set.
Excellent review CJMAGICIAN, but I think the material is equal or stronger than the dvd set, of course is not the same to read an effect than see the effects in Guastaferro´s hands, but the material is amazing. |
mwolfire New user Mark Wolfire 91 Posts |
Hi All
Can someone tell me if the two new write ups are bound in the second storm lecture notes or on separate sheets as the TIPs are? I ask because I bought this from someone who claimed the write-ups were included, but I do not see where they are. Thanks much for the info. Mark |
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