Michael Jackson Did Magic?

Michael Jackson was the single most successful entertainer of our time. Regardless of what you think of him, you should take notes and learn from his example as an entertainer.

After all, he wasn’t just a singer, dancer, choreographer, actor, or enormous a-list celebrity, but he was also an illusionist.

Yep, MJ did magic tricks.

He knew that to have the most electric and energetic stage performance, he had to use everything at his disposal.

(And since he was so ridiculously talented and wealthy, he had quite a bit at his disposal.)

Throughout his career, he included illusions in his concerts such as magically appearing on stage in a puff of smoke.

He even invented (and patented) the “anti-gravity lean” effect made famous in the video for “Smooth Criminal”

What’s the lesson here?

YOU should use all at your disposal too when trying to entertain your audiences. Add your other talents and your personality to your magic.

If a singer can use magic, why can’t a magician use music? Or stories? Or dance? Or all of the above and more?

Comedy, music, poetry, and hypnosis techniques are all commonly added to magic shows.

Think about this…

What can YOU add that would make your show more entertaining, more energetic, more amazing, and more YOU?

Go spread some wonder!

- Tim David
http://www.TheMagicTeacher.com
http://www.TimDavidMagic.com

P.S. On July 11th, Area 51 is coming.

Riley Dayne has found the perfect combination of magic, mentalism, and hypnosis to create his Area 51 system.

To celebrate the upcoming release, he’s got some gifts for you.

Two days ago, he released his “Rockstar Report”.

You can still get that (for free) here:

http://www.area51system.com\t\videoone.html

But today, he’s got two great tricks for you. (This is just the tip of the iceberg…)

Watch the complete tutorial videos here…

http://www.area51system.com\t\videotwo.html

How 1-Trick DVDs SHOULD Be…

Fairly recently, there’s been a wave of magic DVDs that teach just a single trick.

You pay your money, and you learn one trick.

A lot of magicians don’t like this, but I think there are some GOOD things about these “1-trickers”.

- You get an opportunity to learn a trick inside and out.

One trick DVDs typically cover EVERYTHING there is to know about properly performing a trick.

You just don’t get that kind of in-depth learning experience from a book that has 100 other tricks.

- The tricks are just plain better.

If the DVD teaches only ONE trick, then that trick is probably pretty darn good.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…

“I’d rather perform one GREAT trick and leave them breathless then perform ten good tricks and leave them bored.”

1-trick DVDs often teach you a GREAT trick.

For example, I recently got Aaron Fisher’s “Search And Destroy DVD (featuring the Nowhere Pass)“.

This is how a 1-trick DVD should be done.

At over 85 minutes long, it’s an absolute CLINIC on performing real card magic for real people. (Includes other lead-in effects and the KILLER Nowhere Pass.)

Aaron has obviously performed this trick thousands of times for real people. When I was done watching this DVD, I felt like I had performed the trick thousands of times too.

So I expected great tips and advice and I wasn’t disappointed, but what about the effect itself?

The Search & Destroy effect is top-notch.

It is a show-ready piece of magic that you can literally take as-is and add it right to your show or your walk- around set.

Or you can do what I did…make it the trick you do when people say, “Hey, do a trick with this deck of cards.”

It happens in the spectator’s hands so the effect is very strong. I’m liking the reactions I’m getting!

So I say, keep those 1-trickers comin’!

Just my 2-cents.

Go spread some wonder!

- Tim David

P.S. Aaron Fisher’s Search & Destroy DVD is available here:

http://www.TheMagicTeacher.com/sad.html

How I Know You’re The Best Kind Of Magician…

I have the best customers in the world.

Really.

You guys actually care about learning how to properly PERFORM magic tricks and you’re not just out to learn a zillion magic secrets as quickly as possible.

I would take a magician who can PERFORM five tricks *really* well over a magician who can do five hundred tricks just okay. I’d make that deal any day of the week.

You know what?

So would your audiences.

Just a thought.

Go spread some wonder!

- Tim David

P.S. Any time I get a question emailed to me (and I get hundreds of emails per day) I know that for every one person to actually ask a question, there are probably a hundred people who would like to know the answer too.

That’s why from time to time I feature a “Question and Answer” segment in my emails to you.

So, let’s get to some questions!

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QUESTION: AM I READY FOR MAGIC COLLEGE?

I have been doing magic for almost a year now and have decided to make it my profession. I have purchased over five hundred dollars worth of tricks reaching from card
tricks to stage magic. As I am only 13 I have limited funds so if you could give me the prices for how much it would cost per month I would gladly appreciate it.

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TIM’S ANSWER:

Hey Zach,

Magic College is $1 for the first month and $9.97 a month after that.

You can sign up at:

http://www.CardTrickInsider.com

We’ll start you off with card tricks and then move on from there.

- Tim David

P.S. Spending more money doesn’t always make you a better magician. It’s spending time that makes the difference.

Also, instead of doing everything (close-up to stage), find what you like and specialize in it. Become the absolute best in one area instead of being good in all areas.

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QUESTION: SOS!

How difficult is the Sos? What about the other 8 tricks? Is the gimmick a gimmick coin, or something else? Is it uncomfortable to wear?

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TIM’S ANSWER:

Hi Sam,

The SOS is not difficult, although it isn’t a common “move” in magic. I just got an email from a beginner who was fooling magicians left and right with it at his 1st magic convention.

Like anything else, it should be practiced a few times but if a beginner can do it…then that should give you an idea.

The other 8 effects range in difficulty. There are some relatively easy ones and some relatively hard ones.

- Tim David

P.S. Yes, the gimmick is a gimmicked coin. Nothing to wear.

P.P.S. What am I talking about? Don’t listen to me…Instead listen to people who have bought it:

http://www.TimDavidMagic.com/sosreviews.html

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How Magic Can Help You “Beat The Reaper”…

Randy Pausch is a legend.

He was given 3-6 months to live.

Nine months later, he gave this brief, but very powerful speech:

I love this line:

“It is not the things we do in life that we regret, it is the things we do not do.”

So…

If you want to be a magician…DO IT!

If you want to make the jump from part-time to full-time…DO IT!

If you want to use your magic to make the world better…DO IT!

I assure you, you won’t regret it.

However, if you never turn your dreams into reality, then when your time comes, you WILL look back and regret *NOT* doing it.

I’ve seen too many magicians live their lives DREAMING about performing magic, without actually DOING it.

Don’t let this be you.

Take some action today towards reaching your dreams, whatever they are, and when you do, you’ll take a step towards truly “beating the reaper”.

Go spread some wonder!

- Tim David

P.S. Here we go again…

3 months ago, I took 10 magicians on an amazing ride.

Now, their magic careers are in full-swing and I’m ready to take on another group of 10.

We’re beginning in early July, so you’d better hurry. (The first 4 spots are already filled.)

http://www.BirthdayPartyPro.com/wanted.html

Let’s Straighten This Out Once And For All…

I’ve been getting a lot of comments on YouTube and some emails saying that the trick “Motion” is done with magnets.

(To see “Motion, click here:)
http://www.TheMagicTeacher.com/motion.html

I don’t know how else to say it…

There are NO magnets used. (That’s my wedding ring in the video…I never take it off.)

* BORROW a pen (no switches)

* BORROW a water bottle (or beer or soda bottle)

* Move the pen with your mind.

Now that we’ve got *that* straightened out, let’s get something else, even more important, straightened out:

Nothing…*NOTHING*….is more important than your audience’s perception of your performance.

…Not your tricks

…Not your sleights

…Not your patter

…Not your methods

For example:

Even though “Motion” doesn’t use magnets, it is my responsibility to MAKE SURE the audience knows that I don’t use magnets.

They can’t even *think* about magnets. Once they do, the trick might as well be ruined.

It’s the same with every trick you perform. Your audience needs to know that what you’re doing is apparently impossible, with no conceivable explanation.

Any explanation they come up with…even if it is the wrong one…ruins the illusion.

Suggestions for those who have and use “Motion”:

Make it move in different directions (both towards and away from your “ring hand”).Re-affirm that it is a borrowed pen. Let them examine everything.

Suggestions for those who DON’T have “Motion”:

Buy it. Seriously. Today. It’s a great trick.

http://www.TheMagicTeacher.com/motion.html

Go spread some wonder!

- Tim David
http://www.TimDavidMagic.com

Lecture Replay Now Available

Thursday’s magic lecture on confidence was a blast. I had a lot of fun and I shared some real juicy tips on how to perform with complete confidence every single time.

If you missed it, don’t worry. I’ll tell you how to listen to the recording in a moment. But first…

Here’s a brief outline of what was covered:

- The HUGE problems that even a small lack of confidence will create in your magic

- What’s the *real* cause of your lack of confidence?

- A brief ’scientific’ study of stage fright

- How to properly prepare for a performance

- What to do while you’re waiting for the “curtain to go up”

- What to think, feel, and do DURING the performance

- What to think, feel, and do AFTER the performance

- The BIG SECRET of confidence

- How to handle heckling

- How to stop your hands from shaking

- How to get audiences to immediately like and respect you

- How to “approach” people with your magic

The recording is available for download right now at:

http://www.TheMagicTeacher.com/confidence.html

You’ll also get access to the written lecture notes.

Go CONFIDENTLY spread some wonder!

- Tim David

P.S. Special thanks to the nearly 300 magicians who attended live. It was good to finally “meet” you!

Official Invitation

Some people emailed me asking if they needed an official invitation to tomorrow night’s teleseminar/magic lecture.

So here it is…

You are “officially” invited to attend.

No charge…just mark your calendar and show up (from your own home).

We’ll be talking about a hugely important topic for magicians and that is:

“CONFIDENCE”.

Here are some of the problems that even a minor lack in confidence can cause:

- You get stage fright

- You can’t feel confident “approaching” someone to do your magic

- You can’t be “in the moment” (too much stuck in your head, you fumble or shake)

- You can’t “connect” with your audience (An unconfident person isn’t nearly as likeable as a confident one)

- You can’t charge what you’re worth

- A lack of confidence is a creativity killer (You will never do your own thing without confidence, you will always be a copy-cat)

- You can’t gain the respect of an audience

- You won’t try new things

- Your timing and misdirection will be way off

These are big reasons why confidence is a MAJOR factor in the success or failure of your magic.

I’ll be teaching you how even a shy and introverted performer (like Copperfield or Blaine) can perform with total confidence.

I’ll be sharing real, where-the-rubber-meets-the-road, practical tips and not just some new-age mumbo jumbo hippie stuff.

You ARE invited and I hope to “see” you there!

Go spread some wonder!

- Tim David

P.S. I almost forgot, here are the details on how to attend this lecture:

EVENT: Solving Magicians’ #1 Problem

FEE: $0

DATE & TIME: Thursday, June 4th at 9:30pm Eastern

FORMAT: Simulcast! (Attend via Phone or Webcast — it’s your choice)

TO ATTEND THIS EVENT, CLICK THIS LINK NOW…
http://instantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=7668579

P.P.S. There are only 200 phone lines open. If you don’t get a phone line, don’t fret. There are unlimited spots to listen via the web.

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The Big Problem With Magicians

In December I did a survey of almost 1700 magicians.

I asked the question, “What is your single BIGGEST problem/frustration about magic?”

The OVERWHELMING response may surprise you. They said…

“A lack of confidence”

I’ve worked with hundreds of magicians over the years and I can say without a doubt that confidence is a *major* issue.

It affects ALL areas of your magic.

If you don’t have confidence, your spectators can “smell” it from a mile away.

BOTTOM LINE: If you want to perform magic for people, then you *NEED* to have confidence.

Fortunately, I know how to help you get it.

This Thursday, I’ll be conducting my first ever “LIVE” Internet lecture.

ANNOUNCING…

“Solving Magicians’ Number One Problem” - A Live Lecture With Tim David

This Thursday night, you’ll be able to listen in as I teach the techniques that will give you unshakeable confidence in yourself and in your performances.

You will walk away with the tools you need to be a more confident, more professional performer.

- No more shaky hands

- No more nervousness

- No more pre-show jitters

- No more hesitation when talking with clients or volunteers

- No more performance anxiety

You can either call in using your telephone, or listen in via a web simulcast. Either way, it will be very easy to attend.

Oh, and it won’t cost you anything but your time.

Here’s all the info:

EVENT:  Solving Magicians’ #1 Problem - How To Build Unshakeable Confidence And Perform Like A Pro Every Single Time

DATE & TIME: Thursday, June 4th at 9:30pm Eastern Standard Time

FORMAT: Simulcast! (Attend via Phone or Webcast — it’s your choice)

TO ATTEND THIS EVENT, CLICK THIS LINK NOW…
http://instantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=7668579

COST: $0 (Standard long-distance rates may apply if you call in, check with your phone company.)

I can’t wait, I’ll talk to you then?

- Tim David

P.S. This is a one-time-only event. Make sure you don’t miss it. All the info is posted here:

http://instantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=7668579

Motion Bails Me Out Of A Jam

I was at a party last weekend and someone asked me to do a trick.

I had nothing on me. No cards, no coins, no loops…NOTHING.

I was completely unprepared!

So I grabbed a pen off an end table and performed “Motion”.

I’m glad I had that trick in my toolbox!

People didn’t freak out at first, but sure enough, when they couldn’t re-create what I could do with the pen, they started to get a little “agitated” (in a fun way)

A small crowd formed around me.

This is one of those great tricks that, the more you do it, the more it fools people.

If you haven’t learned it yet, run over to:

http://www.TheMagicTeacher.com/motion.html

One of the greatest pieces of advice that I ever read in a magic book was…

“If you call yourself a magician, you must be able to perform magic at a moment’s notice. NO. MATTER. WHAT.”

And no, Uncle Charlie, the old “pulling my thumb off” trick does NOT count.

“Motion” works great because it’s 100% impromptu and everything can be borrowed.

And it kills…

If you don’t know it, then you’re really missing out…

http://www.TheMagicTeacher.com/motion.html

- Tim David

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Magic As A Job?

My softball team had a game last night (we lost….badly.)

Softball is something that I really enjoy and look forward to every year.

But if it weren’t for magic, I might not have been able to play.

Let me explain…

Some of my friends can’t play because they have job schedules that don’t allow them to get time off from work.

Some guys can’t play because they don’t have enough money for the league fees.

So magic is not only something I love, but it also allows me to do OTHER things that I enjoy.

So thank you, my customers and my friends, for my “job” in magic.

One of the biggest kicks I get out of magic now is helping other magicians succeed.

I’ve put together two hands-on programs to help magicians start a career in magic…

For magicians who want to perform for a living, read this page:

http://www.BirthdayPartyPro.com/wanted.html

I’ve got one opening right now.

For magicians who want to invent tricks, I’m running a killer contest.

For details, read yesterday’s blog post:

http://www.TimDavidMagic.com/?p=91

(Please follow the directions while entering.)

Go spread some wonder,
- Tim David

P.S. Today, the price of Numismatic dropped drastically. Now you can get the download for just $9.95!

http://www.TimDavidMagic.com/numismatic

P.P.S. Two chances left! In 2 days, the SOS DVD sale ends. A bunch of smart magicians have taken me up on the offer already, don’t miss this one…

http://www.TimDavidMagic.com/sos.html

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