“As a rationalist and mechanist, I believe all phenomena can ultimately be explained. ‘There’s no such thing as magic’ is a phrase I often use. However, some experiences defy all previous understanding, which makes science fascinating. Kopf’s performance was particularly captivating; I saw it a month ago and have been contemplating it ever since. He is a masterful artist, and I hope to one day grasp how he achieved what he did.” -Dr. Bruce Beutler, Nobel laureate

“Jared Kopf is a name frequently mentioned among magic enthusiasts. A protégé of Bob White, his sleight-of-hand techniques are exceptional, and he is a dedicated student of the craft, closely following the Vernon tradition.” -MAGIC Magazine

“He’s one of the top card magicians today. You will appreciate his work. He is professional in every aspect.” -Dan Buck

What Will He Teach?

Sleights

• Enhancements for your pinky break, double lift, top palm, and blind shuffle.
• “Shuffle Sh*t” – A table multiple shift that will leave even the most attentive spectator unaware.
• Insights on the “Push-Through Shuffle.”
• The “Flops I Know” blind cut by John Wilson and Jared Kopf, and its application in stack work.
• …And any other insights that arise!

Card Magic & Gambling Routines

• The Copenhagen Card: A unique take on Hofzinser’s “Everywhere and Nowhere,” featuring an intriguing presentation and deceptive techniques drawn from classic magic literature and gambling strategies.
• An Open Display of Triumph: A rendition of Vernon’s classic that will astonish both laypeople and experts. This method mirrors the original from Stars of Magic, but without a blind shuffle.
• Merlin’s Lost Ace Trick: This classic knuckle-buster from Expert Card Technique is taught in its original form, enhanced with presentational elements on the equivoke sequence.
• On Marlo’s One-Riffle Run-Up: A gambling demonstration showcasing how four aces can be stacked for any number of hands using just one riffle shuffle.

Mentalism

• A Simple Game: A twist on the classic which-hand game, involving three objects and three participants. Each person freely selects an object, yet the mentalist demonstrates control over their choices from the outset.
• Riffle OOSOOM: A fresh approach to Dai Vernon’s renowned mental card effect, “Out of Sight, Out of Mind.”
• Three-Card Will: A variation of the free will plot using a shuffled deck of cards.

*Set list is subject to change

Who Is He?

Jared Kopf is a columnist for MAGIC and the author of several books and pamphlets on magic, including *Praestigia* and *An Ear Full of Cider: The Magic and Short Cons of Norman Beck*. He performs magic and mind reading across North America and has spoken at numerous professional gatherings, such as Magic-Con, the Golden Gate Gathering, and TAOM. His original creations have been featured in Genii, MUM, and various digital platforms. Jared resides in Dallas, Texas, with his wife Elayna and their son Martin.