Avi Yap, an underground sensation from Singapore, now resides in Tokyo. His captivating visual magic has garnered him a dedicated online following and accolades from renowned magicians like Chris Kenner and David Williamson.

“Avi is my favorite magician of this era. Just when I thought I had seen his best… he surprises me again. His creativity and execution are extraordinary.” – Chris Kenner

“Avi’s magic exemplifies the perfect blend of skill and artistry. His kindness and structure guide the next generation of coin magicians towards a bright future.” – Homer Liwag

“Avi possesses more than just impressive skills; he has the rare talent to transform technique into true magic.” – Curtis Kam

His recent masterclass with Vanishing Inc has been hailed as ‘one of the best ever,’ receiving glowing 5-star reviews from participants.

Last week, Danny Goldsmith hosted a nearly three-hour live lecture where Avi taught a variety of techniques, including:

• One Handed Coin Vanish: A deceptively simple move executed in one fluid motion, easy to learn with one key insight.

Avi shared invaluable insights during his lecture, such as:

• The significance of maintaining a magic journal and lessons learned from years of practice.
• How to combat complacency among magicians.
• The importance of respecting your audience to enhance the impact of your magic.
• The concept of emptiness and its critical role in coin magic.
• Why there is no ‘best’ palm technique and the value of expanding your skillset.
• Mastering transitions, a vital component of coin theory.
• Common pitfalls in coin magic and how to avoid them.
• Tips for improving the JW grip for better performance.
• The Harada hold, developed alongside the emptiness concept for stunning coin magic.
• A groundbreaking formula for enhancing skin adhesion, a secret no coin magician has heard before.

Moving on to the effects and routines:

• Void: A straightforward application of a unique palm that enhances three-coin productions.
• The Emptiness Concept: A practical routine ideal for impromptu performances, featuring unique vanishes that conclude beautifully.
• Coin to Ring Change: An impactful transformation that appears as if the coin melts into the ring, utilizing clever misdirection.
• Portal: A simple yet effective palm technique that is mostly angle-proof.
• Sandwich Card Effect (ft. Peregrine Flipover): A devilishly clever routine inspired by Daniel Prado’s Peregrine Pass, performed seamlessly in plain sight.
• One Coin Routine: Features a vanish that makes it seem as if the coin has completely disappeared, along with the power of ‘sliding’ and the V-shaped crotch technique.

BONUS: After the lecture, Danny and Avi engaged in a 45-minute jam session, sharing numerous insights, including:

• How to simplify coin magic through foundational principles.
• A powerful variation of the Peregrine flipover.
• An innovative muscle pass with limitless potential.
• A hyper-visual vanish taught for the first time.
• A new muscle pass technique from an open palm.
• A compelling production using Downs Palm and ‘the balance.’
• Techniques for making coins invisible by understanding parallelism.