Conn Coin Trix

Looks like Im finally gonna have something in Genii this Month. (Aug 2013 I'm assuming)

Thank you Mr Gladwin

& 

Thank you Spencer for tweeting the good word

I'm trying to keep up with all the tweet, twat, twooting that's going on

You can find me

@connjure

Doug Conn SW Lecture Tour!!

Yo: officially announcing my

Fall SW Lecture Tour!

There will be about 20 lectures all together, we're gonna start with the first 5-6

**I'm listing cities and my contact names ( in hopes that if you live near these areas, you will know these folks and how to get more info)

We begin with a preview event in Orlando @ Wizardz on 8/12

This will be a special

Show & Lecture

Contact Eric Olson 

Then "the official"

tour starts...

The first five dates are:

Monday August 26 

Atlanta, GA 

Debbie Leifer

Tuesday August 27 Jacksonville, FL 

 Simone Marron

Wednesday August 28 Birmingham, AL 

Matthew Wilson

Thursday August 29 

Knoxville, TN 

Ben Young or Jason Rieger 

Friday August 30 – Murfreesboro, TN 

Robert Covert

Ill be taking a small break around Labor Day & then will continue...

Note: I will be posting more detailed listings @ http://www.dougconn.com

With lecture places and times, (etc.) You can look for the full schedule in the next few days. It will be on the "lecture" sidebar on the right.

Further info will be posted on my blog

 For the time being, I do have some lecture info on my site (describing a bit about me & the events.)

Hope to see some of your smiling faces on the road!

Thanks for your time!

Http://www.dougconn.com 

For more info

Look for the lecture sidebar on the right

Hip - Hop, Peck, Quack, etc

Spongology

they're here!
(well almost)
they're at my house...
now I need to finish the instructions (video and printed)

presales start immediately, shipping should be next week.

$10 per set   3 for $25. Woot!

Thanks to all who've been paitient through this process

Stay Tuned to http://dougconn.com/shop/ for the details
specifically: http://dougconn.com/product/coming-soon-spongology/

Check em out in all their Goshman HD Supersoft Glory:

best Books List

By Request

I was gonna pen a top 10 book list. Alas, I don't think that's possible.
I simply love magic books way too much.
I could come close, but instead, I'm just gonna list what I think are books the aspiring magi simply must read:

First and foremost,

The Collected Works of Alex Elmsley (Two Volumes by Stephen Minch)
These are not the best beginner books... but they are my favorite magic books ever penned.
I think Elmsley's "Automatic producer" is an amazing system for producing competant magic performance and the tricks within these two volumes stand the test of time (yes, mostly cards, but LOTS of other great stuff as welll... his T&R newspaper is just waiting to make someone a reputation)

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I guess before progressing... I should list a few good beginner's books
This is pretty easy for me. I have a top 5 list that any/all magic enthusiasts should own.
They're cheap and good. Chock full of enough info to build an entire career.
Here ya go:

Bill Tarr's Series: Now You See It (1 & 2) and 101 Classic Easy Magic Tricks
The Now you see it books focus on Sleight of Hand Technique and the Easy Magic book describe some of the classic stage / prop effects. All of these books are wonderfully illustrated and they're all available at a reasonable price.

Mark Wilson's Course in Magic. An Incredible Encyclopedia of EVERYTHING.
Simply Amazing how much info Wilson Fit into this volume.

The Magic Book by Harry Lorayne (this one is a little harder to find these days)
This is the book that changed the game for me. A good tome with a wide variety of close-up and parlor magic

The Tarbell Course.
You want it all? Here it is.

Honorable Mention: Joshua Jay's Beginner book. He gives away ALOT of killer stuff and the tipped in DVD allows the beginner to see the magic performed. This book is almost too good to be on Barnes & Nobles Shelves
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Ok, onto the meat

I'm a sucker for a zine compliation.
I think some of the best stuff to see print has been in the various 'Zines' that aspiring publishers have released.
Howard Lyon's & the IBIDEM top that list... following that, in no particular order:
Epilogue (Fulves) Apocalypse (Lorayne) Hierophant (Racherbaumer) Almanac (Kaufman) Trapdoor (Beam)

Moving onto more serious books....
The Books of Wonder (Minch) are invaluable sources of inspiration and guidance.
The magic within is challenging to perform to Tommy Wonder's level of perfection, but the interwoven essays provide the guidance you'll need to get there.

Carneycopia (Carney/Minch) is another hand's down must have
The opening chapeter on 'how, when, why magic can be art' is worth reading & re-reading
And the magic within is top notch grade A wonderworks material

Cellini's The Royal Touch is what a magic book should look like
It's a work of art designed by a master for the student. Read this book and become a better magician.

Paul Cummins FASDIU 'notes' Volume #1 & #2 contain some of the most practical card magic to ever see print. There's also a handful of coin items that might strike your fancy. Get your card tricks here!

The Art of Astonishment Series is Paul Harris' compilation of his best stuff.
It's a gold mine of magic. Some of the best stuff to EVER see print is in this 3 volume set.
Get it.

Card College (5 volumes... and then some)
Wanna learn cards? Just get this. Thank me Later.

Coins? Expert Coin Magic by Roth and "CoinMagic"  (both penned by Kaufman)

God, there's so much more... The Dingle Book, The Jennings Stuff, Cervon (and on and on and on)

I've gone way past a top ten list and could easily list another 10...
(in fact, a 10-20 list is a more interesting challenge... some stuff off the beaten path)
maybe I'll do that tommorow ...
For now, it's a busy day and I've got things to get done.
surely you do to? If not, get one of the above books and get started on it!

Conjuring Arts / Summer

This should have been mentioned a few weeks ago

I've been a busy boy: travelling , working, playing, recovering, yadda yadda

First and foremost, I must bring your attention to the Conjuring Arts Center

http://conjuringarts.org/

this wonderful online space is home to the amazing Ask Alexander engine and dozens of other cool things.

If you haven't checked out their resourses... now is the time to fix that... Really:

No time like the present, especially considering they're currently offering a weekly series of FREE downloadable classic magic texts, termed their "summer reading program"

As I type, C Lang Neil's "Modern Conjurer" is being pushed onto my hard drive.
This is a wonderful thing. I've never read this classic and don't know that I ever would've had the opportunity without the kind offerings of the CARC.

So, Thanks to the http://conjuringarts.org/ for producing such a wonderful resource for the modern magi.

(they also have a great selection of outstanding materials: both physical and electronic, to increase your magic powers.... do them and yourself a favor and spend a few bucks while you're there!) 

Square Sat.

This past weekend at the "Big Show Busker Weekend" happily got me off my arse and back to doing some street performing. I went out last night & worked Jackson Square... (I normally avoid the brutal heat of the streets this time of year: fortunately, we're having anuncharacteristic  "cool front")

 Aside from a minor hiccup from the police (my bad; I didn't know they had Sat night mass) the night was outstanding 

Lots of $5's and a couple $20's (always helpful) Hopefully more of the same today.  It's actually "cool" this a.m. (In mid July: a small miracle for NOLA)

Better get out b4 it gets warm.

Conn... Gone

Crazy Busy

Been super busy; Driving, Working & Playing with the familia. 

Drove 800 miles to work the "Big Show Busker Weekend" (thank you Bobby Maverick!). Had a great time with Snap Boogie, Jason the Juggler, Tim "Skilldini" Wright & 1/2 dozen other crazies

It was a challenging,  fun weekend.

I look forward to returning when it's just a bit cooler.

Looking forward to Kings Island today!

Taking my youngest (12 y/o Emily) out to ride some crazy coasters & Ed Alonzo is in town working the park. Looking forward to seeing his show...

All for now...

Wizardz Theatre 8/12 Orlando

So, this is happening;

www.wizardzmagictheater.com

www.wizardzmagictheater.com

Yours truly will be filling in the slot on 08/12/13

I will be doing a 45 min show followed by a Magic Lecture: @ 10pm

Looks like a great / fun venue.
Should be a  blast!

You can learn more about my lecture here:
http://dougconn.com/DougConnflyer.pdf
or here: http://dougconn.com/doug-conn-lecture-tour-pr/

Feel free to download and share the above .pdf or links
 (through email  and/or print .pdf  / local sites, magic shops , etc)

and of course: http://www.dougconn.com has the rest

I haven'te been to 'lower' FL in many moons (I think the 2002 Florida State convention was the last time)
and I haven't been to Orlando since I was a kid (now it's time to show my kid what it's like ;)

I look forward to seeing some old friends in the 

Orlando area & making some new friends along the way!

Limited Seating @ 50

Buy tix early!



Thanks and See your guys in Orlando Soon!

Lecture Tour Press Release

For Immediate Release

Doug Conn

504-214-5268

connjure@gmail.com

 

 

Doug Conn’s Nationwide Magic Lecture Tour Officially Launches

New Orleans, LA - - Doug Conn is one of the most highly revered magicians in the world. With over 20 years experience as a professional magician, and having performed across the world for restaurants, bars, casinos, riverboats, banquets, tradeshows, meetings, conventions, corporate events, and various other types of events, very few magicians of this era have the unique standing which Doug Conn has achieved.

Apart from being a marvel in his trade, Doug Conn is also known for his fun interactions with the crowd. His distinct, satiating style of presentation is not only informative, but also is an inspiration andhas contributed to the craft of professional magic worldwide. Doug is credited with, among others, two major DVD releases, ‘Built to Last’ and ‘Pinky Swear’, which has been hailed as an ideal resource for any aspiring magician to perfect his or her skills.

Interestingly, Doug’s DVDs do not just look at the popular tricks of the trade but include his experiments and a detailed guide for the “intermediate magician” to hone ones skills in commercial magic. Performing magic for fun or as a personal hobby and performing magic commercially are not the same.  Doug’s informative DVDs sheds light on a plethora of subjects that a budding magician ought to discover, know, learn and practice.

“While both the DVD projects have found widespread critical acclaim and have been bestsellers worldwide, I am ready to deliver my upcoming education magic lecture tour across the country. As a part of his ‘Connspiracy Theories’ tour throughout the United States, I will be hosting 2 hour
lectures at every stop in the tour where magicians can be a part of the pricelessly informative and inspirational hands-on coaching in a fun setting.” Said, Conn Owner Doug Conn Magic

During Doug’s informative and fun lectures, magicians of all levels will be able to watch, learn, and practice everything from magical effects to various scientific theories and how they apply to the professional world of magic.  Doug will also share some of the secrets that have made him one of the most respected names in the world of magic.

While Doug Conn already has several slews of shows and lectures lined up throughout the United States, he is still available for additional events and lectures. If you would like to host/organize a lecture for students, magicians, or people with a penchant for magic, contact Doug Conn through his website. 
If you are interested in having Doug Conn perform at an event, fair, festival, corporate function, please contact him as soon as possible.  You may want to check out his touring calendar to know when he plans to visit your state or city.

For more information please visit www.DougConn.com

#Penned by David Breth & Co#

Thanks!

Pinky Swear Shout Out

Thanks to Mike Fisher who allerted me to the 'shout out' on this weeks WPR show
http://youtu.be/CeVKAB9BewM
@ 1:55 Craig mentions what must be "Pinky Swear"

Nice.
Love the show and glad to hear our efforts are improving card magic worldwide!

Do you have your copy yet?
Pinky Swear DVD
Only $15
45 minutes of technique and effects
http://dougconn.com/product/pinky-swear/

Six tricks and Multi Camera / Angle HD DVD

Copper Silver Brash

Always nice to see an effect inspire someone to take "the work" to new heights.

I think Masao Kajikaji accomplishes just that with his handling of Copper/Silver/Brash

http://youtu.be/mw7sYB6UaUc

Check the credits
We stand on the shoulders of giants (and it's comfy up here!)

The work of all these magi are important!
The Art of Magic - Downs
Expert Coin Magic - Roth / Kaufman
Sankey Pankey - Sankey / Kaufman
Smoke & Mirrors Bannon / Kaufman
Williamson's Wonders  Williamson / Kaufman
Tricks of My Trade  Conn / Cummins

Spongology

The Die is being cast
The sponge will soon be cut

stay tooned

Spongology is coming.

A BUNCH of BIGGER, STRONGER, SOFTER, more versatile bunnies.

3 BIG adults, 7-8 Big babies.

4 Routines, extra Rab-bits and more.

You... willl.... want... these.

or not.

:)

stay tuned. (if you want the exact release date, sign up for my newsletter at dougconn.com the form is at the bottome of the page and / or the right of most pages.)

"There's two types of magicians in the world, those that do the sponge bunnies and those that don't"
                                                                                                             - heh -