Tarbell 50: Novelty Rising Cards (Instant Download)

For centuries, the illusion of a selected card rising from a deck has mesmerized both magicians and their audiences. This classic effect combines the thrill of card revelation with an element of surprise.

In Lesson 27, you explored various techniques to make cards ascend from the deck at your command. Now, Dan takes these concepts further by introducing more complex challenges, innovative methods, and captivating presentations. Among these is a brand-new technique unveiled for the first time. Imagine cards sealed in an envelope on an artist’s easel, yet they still manage to rise. You’ll also learn how to create an updated version of the easel.

Additionally, discover a straightforward, self-contained method for rising cards from an envelope, along with a clever variation using a book that Dan has cleverly designed to appear innocent. There’s even an impromptu version that requires just any book and an unprepared deck of cards.

In a full routine featuring a fedora, a card magically appears in its headband, another rises while concealed, a third slices through the top of the hat, and the final card emerges from a chaotic pile of cards, delighting the audience.

Lastly, Dan enhances a charming concept from Tarbell with a haunted dollhouse, complete with eerie music and an unexpected ghostly figure. This lesson exemplifies creativity, demonstrating that you can elevate standard tricks with small, impactful changes.