Is this in print somewhere other than Art of Astonishment?

I'm pretty sure it was published as a stand alone item in one of the "New Stars of Magic" series. I thought I also had it as an old Chuck Martinez pamphlet, but I may be mistaking that for a different item.

Yes, it was published as part of the "New Stars of Magic" in the early eighties. Tannen's had it, last I checked. But remember, Immaculate Connection followed Cardboard Connection.

That routine cramps up both my hands. heh

The second join is hard, and the first takes practise to get right.

Thanks, all, now to learn it.

It was a Chuck Martinez "stand-alone" pamphlet/booklet. Still have it, unless it's the one the dog (bless his soul) chewed on.

Steve

I think that's "Cardboard Connection". The "Immaculate Connection" was definitely a Tannen's "New Stars of Magic" manuscript. IMO, this is one of the best (non-gaffed) card tricks ever invented, which incidentally was inspired by an idea by Jay Sankey.

Robert

For those that like IC, try to find Terri Rogers' "Boromian Link". There's only a couple differences (that I won't say here), but they're major improvements in my opinion.

Get his earlier video. It's a great help watching him do the effect and showing the correct handling.