Andi Gladwin Masterclass

Laura Bautista

I love all the ideas Gladwin brings. This masterclass is full of them: from techniques such as reverse culls, false shuffles or card forcing to tips on writing your own magic book. New and fresh issues that we don't usually find in magic downloads. Even Andi dares a coin trick!

Amanda

In the first session, titled “Ubuntu and Stacking,” Gladden delves into the philosophy of “Ubuntu” and its influence on his magic routines. He weaves philosophy into unpublished routines like Collective Cutting. These session goes beyond sleights and incorporates a discussion on practice techniques and showcasing three sleight of hand routines that create the illusion of a deck stacking without the actual stacking. Gladden skillfully transforms a gambling idea into an entertaining card routine, demonstrating his ability to elevate simple concepts.

The second session, “Beyond the Boy who Cried Magic” is dedicated to the latest handlings of his best-selling book. He shares favorite routines from The Boy Who Cried Magic and explores lesser known moves, offering valuable insights into finer details. The session concludes the reflection on Gladden’s extensive experience in publishing magic books, providing aspiring magicians with practical advice of entering the world of magical literature.

Gerhard

One of the best masterclasses I have watched. The teaching is in incredible detail. Get this one before getting any of the others. There is a lot in here. Excellent production value.

Gerhard

This is an excellent video. The production value is outstanding and Andi is a great teacher. The effects taught and all the bonuses makes this an excellent buy. There are lots to learn and the magic is excellent. Andi imparts his wisdom and experience in this masterclass and I would urge any magician to purchase this Masterclass. Its my favourite one out of all the Masterclasses.

William

Gerald

This was a crazy deal. For just one dollar i managed to attend a masterclass by a world class magician. The effects thought here and the theory and credits behind were amazing. I wish there were more deals like this!

Gary

I am a big fan of Andi Gladwin's magic this masterclass was no exception as Andi is a very clear and concise teacher, I like his spectator cuts the aces routine which is a real worker, and this is a real good masterclass to go along with his book the boy who cried magic with a lot of incredible routines this has to be one of my favorite masterclasses to date highly recommended.

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Martin

Andi Gladwin’s Q and A was a positive cap to the earlier master class sessions. Highlighting issues with some moves covered in the first two sessions such as the reverse cull and master push off was particularly helpful. There was also a healthy mix of theory discussion and general magic inquiries. All questions were thoughtfully answered by Andi. Well done.

Garry

It's in the title,
Andy Gladwins Master Class, it certainly was a master class, great Magic, it was very enjoyable to watch, attetion to detail, and easy to follow too.

Michael

Great master class especially for the value!! Loved the boy who cried magic part! One of the best magic stores online!

Michael

I rather enjoyed Andi's Masterclass. He certainly spends a good amount of time crediting people for their work, but he does this intentionally. Not only does Andi teach many effects, but he tries to convey the importance of recognizing that we didn't necessarily get here by ourselves. Each effect, each sleight, is (usually) a derivative of the work of magicians preceding us. I, like Andi, enjoy seeing a credit in a book and cross referencing that with the mentioned text. This deepens our understanding and will help us develop a fuller appreciation of the art.

Of course the material covered is also top notch, and highly recommended. Nothing overly complex or requiring too much skill. In fact, much of the material uses the same sleight to accomplish the feat. Master that sleight and you can perform almost all the material covered in this lecture series.

Great job Andi.

Brian

OK, Andi Gladwin is setting the standard here. His tricks are good, and they are performed well. For his Masterclass, the production value is par excellence. His presentation is less off-the-cuff and more scripted, which is to say that it is more intentional. In other words, it is like buying a well produced DVD of his tricks, rather than a magicians talking his way through things as he goes. His tricks are good and well thought out. I would say that his tricks are more unique presentational showpieces than quirky magician-foolers, which is pretty awesome if that is what you are into. As a card guy and move monkey, I enjoyed his finesses the best. His finesses will take ubiquitous, quotidian moves and turn them into moves that even well posted magicians can't follow (the finesses are quirky magician foolers, which I personally love). It is all cards, by the way, which is FINE by me. Good job, Andi!

Tom

Wow. This is my first Masterclass and it was great. The incremental changes idea is so good. I am new-ish to magic as I am making the journey with my son, and I was not familiar with the reverse cull. Good move to know. Looking forward to part 2 of the class. I think Andy (and Josh) are great thinkers and great magicians. Thanks so much for what you do and share with the rest of us.

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Michelle

As always excellent stuff from Andi, looking forward to the rest of what he has to offer

Samuel

Andi Gladwin’s master class has been fantastic. Between his careful attention to detail (like crediting) and his deep knowledge of card magic, the explanations are crystal clear.Andi starts with an explanation of a word. Ubuntu means “I am because we are.” Andi uses this as a launching point to remind us that we owe a great deal to those who have come before us. Without the work of magicians of the past, we could not be where we are today.The two weeks are divided thusly: week one is newer material that has not seen print, as well as some great advice on practicing. One tip in this section has been greatly helpful not only in my magic practice, but in my writing as well.The first (and best IMHO) trick is “collective cutting” and it is a standout! With only a couple of moves, the spectators believe that they have cut cards, burned cards, and generally done whatever they want to with the portion of the deck that they cut. In the end each pile has an ace on top to match the predicted ace from the start of the trick.In week two, after offering some sage advice about magic publishing, Andi does a number of things from his book. If you don’t have The Boy Who Cried Magic then that ought to be your next purchase. In fact, stop reading this review and go buy it right now. No, really, go.For me, the best trick of this two-hour session was “Stop, Cut, Shuffle.” I can see how this could kill in a stand up or parlor situation. The thing is that not only is the effect very strong (cults have been started with less), but that it seems as if the performer doesn’t even touch the cards.There are some great tips on the tilt move (or depth illusion) as well as the cross-cut force. Both moves seem to have been around so long that there is very little that could be added. Watch this class and you will be amazed at some incredible touches that make both much more deceptive.Andi is an incredibly nice guy. This comes across in the lecture as well as his well-rounded learning. He teaches us lessons from Stephen King, foreign language words, and magic from long ago. This is a great class by a great guy. Highly recommended.

Robert

Impressive performances/explanations from beginning to end. Both parts 1 & 2 exceeded my expectations, money well spent.
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David

Really a lot of fun. And he taught some very nice tricks that I will definitely use. Thank you Andi and Vanishing Inc.

Daniel

Good lecture to use in conjunction with The Boy Who Cried Magic book

Derek

Andi’s Masterclass has been the best yet. So much great material, thoughtful preparation and preparation, and so much love for magic shining through. Outstanding.

Phillip

lots of good stuff. and good hints and theory.

Emre

it was an a-m-a-z-i-n-g lecture

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Michael

Good material clearly presented.

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Robert

I am well pleased with this Lecture. Andi Gladwin's performing persona is highly accommodating and disarming at the same time. What you see is the "real person", performing and explaining the tricks. Oh, and by the way, his work with Hof's "Everywhere & Nowhere", "The Bannon Triumph", are fabulous.
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Daniele

I found this first masterclass very interesting. Excellent material, very well taught, full of references and small nouances, presented with a touch of class and the usual sympathy by Andi Gladwin.

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Micah

This is an amazing masterclass by an amazing teacher. In the first session Andi talks about ubuntu, his spectator cuts the aces routine, a unpublished coin routine, and his take on Hofzinser's everywhere and nowhere. I especially like the spectator cuts the aces. You should definitely get this.

Mark

Great Masterclass with Andi Gladwin. He explains the moves thoroughly and makes it easy to understand. Can't wait for next week's class. Well done, VI.

Jerry

Jani

What a start! Can't wait week two! GO Andi!!!

John

John

Like a excellent book, Andi's Masterclass is packed with wisdom that reveals itself upon repeated viewings.

Michal

Tod

Missed the first 15 min. so I'll have to review. Being late just made me feel slightly behind for the rest. Quick paced but not too quick to understand. Very happy the originators were always mentioned!

Stefan

There is a lot in here! Really a lot. Great tricks and in those tricks some great methods that, I think, can also be utilized in other tricks. Definitely have to watch this again, because I'm certain I missed some gold. Always love it when someone takes the time for crediting and talking about the creation of a trick.

Long

I missed the beginning but so nice to see Andi and his cards

Jillian

Excellent…perhaps a bit slower during explanation of slights so we could try along in real time…
However….As I know they are recorded.. happy to review

Glenn

And is a great teacher and makes it thorough without it dragging along. (Thank you for that!) Further, he is using really good material. I loved the coin work and although I'm not a card guy, I am guessing that this master class will convince me to incorporate more cards into my routines.
Thanks again Andi !!!

David

I learned a lot! Great presentations and easy to understand. Thank you??

Phillip

I enjoyed this lecture very much. There were a lot of sleights I will need to learn to be able to get some of these routines under my fingers though. The motivational intro about practicing was taken to heart!

David

Wow. Terrific. I learned a lot in 2 hrs and appreciate all of the sources and suggestions. Andi, you kept me engaged the entire time. Thank you. Certainly worth more than $1! ????

Dana

Very good with a lot of new sleights that I have not seen demonstrated before. Can't wait to practice some of them and for next week's class.

David

Clearly stated explanations and skylight inspiring.

Scott

Filled with wonder ideas and methods for practice as well as moves and techniques and places to go for further research. Great job Andi!

Daniel

It was good but will need to watch video as something’s were covered pretty quickly

Billy

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Mark

Outstanding execution and entertainment

Steven

Excellent routines. Thought provoking. Great explanations.

James R

One of the best Masterclasses to date!

Jason

Bruce F

My first. Andy is entertaining and thorough. Missed the first half and he lost me a bit with the culling. it is beyond my capability. I use faro for a simple 2 hand poker deal and am now curious to study and practice culling for a more impressive display.