Sessions with Simon 1 - 3
"The word 'brilliant' is an understatement when it comes to describing Simon Aronson's wonderful contributions to card magic."Bill Malone
I (Joshua) had the privilege of being there during the filming of this trilogy, and having video footage of Simon performing these routines is a fantastic treat for us all. And, for the next 48 hours, you can save 25%!
This download collection is filled with outstanding magic, offering a wonderful mix of Simon’s most celebrated effects from his books and magazine contributions—a superb overview of his work.
Here are some highlights: “Among the Discards” stands out as my personal favorite—I’ve performed it to amazed audiences worldwide, and mastering this routine alone justifies the collection for me.
“Ringleader” is another gem, showcasing a beautiful ring-through-rubberband penetration and illustrating Simon’s flair for visual, non-card magic.
“Random Sample Shuffle-Bored,” a perennial favorite from my MAGIC column, as well as “Red-See Passover”—which I consider the finest two-deck trick ever created.
“Quadruple Spellbound” is an incredible coin routine where a single coin transforms into four different denominations.
Finally, there's the video counterpart to Bound to Please, and in some ways, goes even further. If you prefer learning visually or want an introduction to memorized deck magic, this is the place to start.
"I've used Simon's routines for thirty years to establish a reputation among laymen and magicians."Michael Close
Contents
- O'Aronson Aces
- Among the Discards
- Side-swiped
- Mark-a-Place
- Under Her Spell
- Ringleader
- Self Control Lie Speller
- It's the Thought that Counts (performance only)
- Prior Commitment
- The Calendar Card
- Head Over Heels
- Red See Passover
- Quadruple Spellbound
- Random Sample Shuffle-bored
- Shuffle Tracking (unpublished)
- Two Beginnings
- Christ-Aronson Aces (unpublished)
- Routine Maintenance
- Everybody's Lazy
- Bait and Switch
- The Invisible Card
- Four Stop Intersection
"Simon is one of the great minds in modern card magic."Darwin Ortiz
Also available individually as hard copy or downloads:
Sessions with Simon: The Impossible Magic of Simon Aronson 1
From Price: £24.00From£24.00exc VATO’Aronson Aces — Simon’s amazingly visual handling of the O’Henry Ace plot, with an engaging poker presentation. At the climax, all four Aces magically land under the spectator’s hand!
Among the Discards — A surprising effect . . . about surprise! A card sandwich, including the spectator’s freely chosen Ace, suddenly appears where the spectators least expect it – in full view.
Side-swiped — An Instruction Card actually becomes the spectator’s signed selected playing card while in full view! Creates an impossible object for the perfect souvenir! Used by top professionals around the world.
Mark-a-Place — An easy utility move, with a host of practical applications. Instantly locate four Queens (or Aces) at any place in the deck the spectator chooses.
Under Her Spell — A humorous vanish and reproduction of four Queens, while taking the spectator on a blind date.
Ringleader — The cleanest, most visual, finger ring and rubber band routine you’ll ever see! The illusion of linking and penetration is instantaneous, with no extraneous moves.
Self Control Lie Speller — The performer finds a card which is merely thought of, in a borrowed shuffled deck, without ever once touching the cards! Simon’s favorite location.
It’s the Thought that Counts (performance only) — Simon and his wife Ginny demonstrate the incredible two-person mind reading act they’ve performed around the world for over 35 years. You won’t believe your eyes and ears—it’s that good!
Sessions with Simon: The Impossible Magic of Simon Aronson 2
From Price: £24.00From£24.00exc VATPrior Commitment — Two Jokers appear in the deck and locate two cards freely cut to by the spectators. But you won’t believe the surprise climax: the Jokers have predicted the exact location of both spectators’ free cuts! Simon’s UnDo Influence principle is self-working, but so deceptive that you’ll actually fool yourself with this one.
The Calendar Card — The birthday book plot updated, streamlined and with Simon’s favorite presentation that plays big enough for the stage! Simon’s subtle touches combine with a unique and colorful prop producing a commercial masterpiece.
Head Over Heels — A unique new move that both controls and reverses a freely chosen card – and it’s easy to do. Simon explains several applications, including the Invisible Card and an in-the-hands Triumph!
Red See Passover — Simon’s classic odd-backed, thought-of card across – a diabolical combination of methods that produces an exceptionally clean miracle with four climaxes! Michael Close says, “Red See Passover is one of the five strongest card tricks you can do for anyone.”
Quadruple Spellbound — A spellbound routine with a difference: the coin changes four times! Close up, visual and clean looking magic! The one trick Simon performs most often!
Random Sample Shuffle-bored — Simon’s Shuffle-bored has become a classic around the world. Even though two spectators freely shuffle and randomize the entire deck, the performer knows the exact face-up and face-down condition of every card! Here, Simon performs and explains his favorite, and most entertaining presentation! (Comes complete with special foldout prop).
And more … Simon is known for his intensive explorations of the birthday book theme. As a bonus, he performs and explains Anytime Birthday Shopping (you can carry it in your wallet!) and Fate (the spectator freely chooses any card in the deck before announcing his birth date.)
**Note:** The PDF referenced in the video is no longer included.
Sessions with Simon: The Impossible Magic of Simon Aronson 3
From Price: £24.00From£24.00exc VATThis DVD is on Memorized Deck Magic.
Simon thoroughly explains and explores a host of basic tools for the memorized deck, including contextual deck switches, the open index, stack preservation, restoration, retained groupings, use of mathematics, restacking a dealt stack, the S.A. Combination and so much more! You’ll want to watch this again and again, there’s so much information – and so many blockbuster memorized deck effects, including:
Shuffle Tracking (unpublished)
Two Beginnings
Christ-Aronson Aces (unpublished)
Routine Maintenance
Everybody’s Lazy
Bait and Switch
The Invisible Card
Four Stop IntersectionIt's like a complete course in the memorized deck, taught by an acknowledged master!
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Dimitris asks: hi , the trick "fate" needs to have the card indexes in aronsons stack . any , idea if these indexes are transcribed for mnemonica users?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:They are not but can easily be adapted.
Patrick asks: Are the methods performed for the tricks?
- 1. Vanishing Inc. Magic responds:The methods are explained, yes.
Gerardo asks: Are the tricks on volume 3 stack dependant to Aronson Stack? Or can it be performed using a different stack like mnemonica?
- 1. Jim responds:There is a mixture of both.
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