Vallarino
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FISM winner Jean-Pierre Vallarino has spent decades creating some of the most poetic, visual, and entertaining close-up magic the world has ever seen. Yet his genius has been sometimes overlooked because his greatest works have never been available in one place. That all changes today with Vallarino, a luxurious, beautiful, oversized, 300+ page hardcover book featuring some of the most incredible close-up magic we’ve ever seen.
This is one of the strongest collections of practical, powerful close-up material ever offered in one book. Especially when you consider that, for the first time, Jean-Pierre is sharing the greatest secrets from his award-winning FISM act—including the opening coin routine and spectacular Ace productions that helped secure his well-deserved award in Micro Magic.
In total, you’ll get more than 60 audience-tested routines that Jean-Pierre has performed around the world for decades. This includes entire chapters dedicated to classic plots from Ace Assemblies to Sandwich Routines, Collectors, and more. You’ll love his “Triple Travel” routine, a similar style effect to Chad Long’s “Back and Forth”, and “Visual Lift,” the perfect finale to any Ambitious Card routine. And his four-coin production from his FISM act needs to be seen to be believed.
Those who enjoy learning original moves will be glad to know that 25 innovative sleights are also included in Vallarino. You’ll get an exclusive look at the proper way to handle his Rumba Count, as well as an in-depth exploration of Vallarino’s iconic tabled shuffle work, his unique and practical palming techniques and so much more.
Vallarino is our most lavishly-photographed book to date, featuring more than two thousand photographs expertly taken by Sophie Duval. Combined with superb descriptions from one of our favorite writers, the extremely talented John Lovick, it is a true delight to read.
Exclusive Bonus
As a special bonus only available to those who purchase through Vanishing Inc., you’ll also receive access exclusive performance videos of Vallarino himself performing most of his magic from the book. They’ll be added directly to your Vanishing Inc. account.
There’s not another book we can think of that contains so much visual, amazing coin and card magic. Vallarino will keep you busy for years. We’re so honored for the chance to help cement the legacy of this legendary magician.
Contents of Vallarino
- Foreword (Jean-Pierre Vallarino)
- Introduction (Carlos Vaquera)
Sleights, The Vallarino Way
- Rumba Count
- Hypnotic Rumba Count
- Elmsley Count Variations
- Vallarino’s Count
- Ping Pong
- Optical Center Steal
- Revolutionary Control
- Staircase Multiple Shift
- Four-Card Add-On
- Vallarino’s L.M.
- False Spread-Shuffle
- The Vallarino Force
- Jump Change
- Italian Palm
- Cascade Four-Card Control and Palm
- Ribbon Spread Palm
- Top Palm
- Bottom-Palm Subtleties
- Lateral Bottom Steal
- Quick Palm and Perhaps a Switch
- Come Back
- Three Color Changes
- Vallarino’s Strip-Out
- Vallarino’s Strip-Up
- J.P. Spread Pass
Ace Assemblies
- Ultimate MacDonald’s Aces
- Vallarino’s Leader Aces
- Neutrino Aces
- Four Jacks Squared
- Progressive Aces
- Believe It or Not
Sandwich Tricks
- Falling Sandwich
- Flying Sandwich
- Automatic Sandwich
- Sandwich Retention
- Transpo Sandwich
- Triple Sandwich
Packet Transpositions
- Fast Four Transpo
- Jump Transpo
- Wall Aces
- Left or Right
Spectator Cuts to the Aces
- Spectator Cuts to the Aces 1
- Spectator Cuts to the Aces 2
Coincidences
- Coincidence
- The Thinking Card
Ace Productions
- FISM Aces
- Crossed Arms
- Flower Ace Production
- Slide Jumping Ace Production
- Iris Ace Production
- Wrist Production
- Surprising
- Flying Production
- Reality or Fiction
- Four Cuts, Four Aces
Triumph Variations
- Aces Triumph
- A Royal Triumph
- Color Shuffle
- Mystery Card Routines
- Nonsense
- Dream Wonder
Collectors Routines
- Collectors
- Fast Collectors
Miscellaneous Card Tricks
- Ultimate Wild Card
- Reset
- Strong
- Shortcut
- English Poker
- Trio
- Bluff
- Card or Money
- Cost $4
- Magic Wallet
- Vallarino’s Ambitious Card
- Visual Lift
- Surprise Double Inversion
- Vallarino’s Pocket
- Pocket Transpo
- Vallarino’s Everywhere and Nowhere
- In Memory of Geoff Latta
- Triple Travel
- New Traveling Aces
Coin Magic
- Mirage
- Diagonal Coin Assembly
- Reverse Coin Assembly
- J.P. Coin Assembly
- Blow Coin Assembly
- Rub Plus
320 Pages | Hardback | 8.5in x 11in
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Customer reviews for Vallarino
Mark
Vallarino's Wild Card truly deserves the moniker "Ultimate" - beautiful, baffling, and most importantly, entertaining. His rumba count and varied methods of transforming the cards are a revelation. Thank you, Josh and Andy for your hard work in capturing this artist's work and methods for posterity.
Masterclassmember
Scott
A beautiful book gorgeous cover filled with practical magic beautifully filled with wonder photographs by Sophie Duvall that are tied to the clear descriptions by John Lovick given in the explanations. I’m so glad I purchased this immediately and am looking forward to the videos that go with the purchase. For me it is a must have book. It will provide me with many useable routines.
Robert
GREAT
Alexei
This monumental volume contains secrets to some of the most beautiful card and coin magic from a French Maestro and FISM winner - JP Vallarino. The luscious routines are revealed through gorgeous color photographs and lucid descriptions. The card magic is simply amazing. The treasure trove of included videos provide supplementary demonstrations worth the price of admission. One of the best magic purchases I made from Vanishing Inc over the past two years.
Luke
This book is a absolute gold mine. The pictures are beautiful, it’s very well written and easy to comprehend. I got my copy during a snow storm, I said to myself I’m just going to take a quick peek because I had a ton of stuff to do….yup, that quick peek turned into about 4 hours. This book is impossible to put down. I’m extremely satisfied with this book it’s amazing.
Abraham
Best book you can buy. It is worth every penny!
Masterclassmember
Michael
It would not be an exaggeration or misplaced analysis to think that the Vallarino book is the ultimate card magic book...or at least in the top five card magic books ever conceived and published. Material-wise, the book covers Vallarino's greatest secrets from his award-winning FISM act, 60 audience-tested routines and 25 innovative sleights.In addition, the books is GORGEOUSLY produced with with over two THOUSAND color photographs and great written descriptions off the aforesaid...and bound in a massive high quality book binding that will endure and that will standout amongst the many books that might be in you magic library. The book is a true pleasure to hold, to read and to reflect upon.The icing on the cake is the fact that EXCLUSIVE to purchases of the book directly FROM Vanishing Inc. Magic will include videos of Vallarino himself performing all of the routines and sleights taught in the book. This bonus is unavailable and IS not included with purchases of the book from any other source.I am truly excited as I begin delving into the many secrets that are generously and professionally taught in this book. A quiet evening, cups of freshly brewed coffee...Mozart music VERY softly playing in the background...and Vallarino instructing and revealing some of his prized card magic secrets...WOW! It does not get any better than this. Top drawer quality and value in every respect. Josh and Andi...."You did good"!
Jonathan
After seeing the champagne act many years ago and learning his wild card routines I always loved the elegance of his handling of cards…. It’s like poetry and this book is simply beautiful, the pages stay open easily and it’s nice easy to read print and captures his magic beautifully….. highly recommended and the videos alone are fantastic he’s getter older but he still has a beautiful elegance to his card handling …… so far it’s book of the year!
Jeff
Beautifully printed! Very well illustrated!
The variety of effects is amazing.
You will want this book.
The variety of effects is amazing.
You will want this book.
Dan
Beautiful book ! I’ve flicked through it and studied the Rumba count which is a great sleight, the effects look amazing and the pictures are great, can’t wait to get my head into this !
This book I feel is worth every penny !
I think I will be a master after reading this
This book I feel is worth every penny !
I think I will be a master after reading this
Frank
The book is amazing, the effects are mind blowing and the photos and videos really help the learning experience. Although there are only a few coin routines they are incredibly strong and visually impressive! I recommend this book for the advanced amateur and all the way to the professional who wants to study terrific card and coin magic!
Gene
Great content, pictures and book binding. Quality all around !
Gary
This is a beautiful book filled with valuable and interesting sleights and effects. I will enjoy spending hours learning from this. Very happy with this purchase. 10/10
Brian
Great routine, I will use this.
John
Wow! What a well done book! The well deserved and preserved magic of a great artist of magic. So many wonderful effects from a FISM winner. Thanks you Vanishing magic for all your hard work to make this possible. The photos and well described effects are much appreciated. This book is a real gem!!
David
I have wanted this book for a very long time. Before he knew he was going to write it. As soon as I saw that Vallarino was releasing a book on this work I was like S.O.B. I was trying not to spend any money right now. I had to have it damn it. So money I spent
Yvan
Currently my favorite book, a must have for any Jean-Pierre Vallarino fan. I love it.
The clear explanation, the short chapters and big amounts of photos, just perfect for me as a non English native speaker. The videos are very helpful too.
The amount of material will keep me busy for months, most probably years.
Well done, highly recommended!
The clear explanation, the short chapters and big amounts of photos, just perfect for me as a non English native speaker. The videos are very helpful too.
The amount of material will keep me busy for months, most probably years.
Well done, highly recommended!
Adrien
Excellent content! Beautiful moves and interesting variations on classical techniques.
Christophe
Superbe subtilité
Andy
This book is beautiful on every level. Great magic, great production values photos etc. Reminds me of why I love magic, do yourself a favour and just buy it.
Grayson
Jean Vallarino is truly amazing. I remember when I saw him for the first time doing his Fism Act and my response was this is so elegant. He performs the moves so fast with such grace you just stop trying to figure it out and enjoy the masterpiece. I am proud that he released a 300 plus page book reveling his best work so that magicians can learn and perform there versions to the amazing slights. The book is truly marvelous and you will not be disappointed.
Phillip
If you are a cardician this is a must buy. Superb and large selection of effects. Just look at the table of contents! The sleights section introduced me to a few new methods that I am going to incorporate.
The book is also beautiful! and looks great on my working table! The photos detailing the choreography are excellent and augment the text descriptions to help you quickly learn the mechanics (followed by practice of course!) ( I did note one missing photo but it really wasn't essential).
This book is going to be a joy to work through!
The book is also beautiful! and looks great on my working table! The photos detailing the choreography are excellent and augment the text descriptions to help you quickly learn the mechanics (followed by practice of course!) ( I did note one missing photo but it really wasn't essential).
This book is going to be a joy to work through!
Skye
A gorgeous legacy piece for one of our most under-appreciated living sleight of hand artists and creators. The style of Vallarino’s card magic won’t be for everyone: it’s a little on the flashier, flourish-y side (though, often, surprisingly easy to accomplish for those of intermediate skill). That said, it’s worthy of study even for card magicians who tend to avoid this more showy sort of magic. Vallarino’s thinking is refreshingly out of the box and a joy to work through with cards in hand; a task made very simple to thanks to Lovick’s clear, economical writing style.
Arthur
Beautiful book, very high quality product, some really great magic, am so glad Jean Pierre chose to release this, it will keep me occupied for ages. Tons of very helpful, high quality photos...... plus...access to videos of the man himself performing the effects. I'm well happy with my purchase. At the price, it's a bargain. Thanks Vanishing inc.
Gerhard
This is most probably my favourite magic book in a very long time. The number of photos are just mind boggling. The explanations are clear and the effects just incredible. The performance videos are a great augmentation of the book and really helpful to see some of the sleights performed. Some of my favourite ace assembly routines ever in this book. Every time I open this book it just makes me smile. Beautiful and stunning book
David
What to say? It's Vallarino! His artistry is amazingly portrayed in this book (No, it's a tome). The instructions are the clearest I have seen seen, the colored photos the sharpest and the effects chosen are extremely practical.
Maybe I don't know what I am talking about, so...look at the long list of "excellent" ratings from other magicians. Not all those people can be wrong.
Get it.
Maybe I don't know what I am talking about, so...look at the long list of "excellent" ratings from other magicians. Not all those people can be wrong.
Get it.
Amanda
Jean-Pierre Vallarino, a celebrated FISM champion, has dedicated decades to crafting some of the most enchanting and captivating close-up magic the world has ever witnessed. However, this genius has often remained hidden, as his most remarkable creations were scattered across various sources. All of that changes with “Vallarino” that showcase an incredible repertoire of close-up magic that is nothing short of breathtaking.
“Vallarino” offers over 60 audience-tested routines that Jean-Pierre has honed and performed on stages worldwide over the course of decades. The book dedicates entire chapters to classic plot lines encompassing Ace Assemblies, Sandwich Routine, Collectors, and more. Notable routines include the astound “Triple Travel,” reminiscent of Chad Long’s “Back and Forth.” Some of my personal favorites are: Neutrino Aces, Fast Four Transport, Jump Transport, Four Jacks Squared, FISM Aces,
“Vallarino” is a work of art, encapsulating a wealth of visual and astounding coin and card magic. It stands as a treasure trove of magical wonders that will engage and inspire magicians for years to come. This book pays homage to the legacy of a legendary magician, and its inclusion in any magician’s collection is a privilege and an honor.
Wesley
Like many, a major aspect of my passion for magic is collecting books on magic. When I received this book from Vanishing Inc., I was impressed with the elegance of the book's exterior and the exceptional quality of the paper, printing and photographs in its interior. All the Vanishing Inc publications I've purchased have been exceptional, both in content and book construction. I think they've become the publishing giant of the present.
As I perused through this tome, I was pleased with the quality of the content material. Well-written explanations with full-color photos to guide you through the methodology. I was also surprised to discover, along with my purchase from Vanishing Inc., it included downloadable videos of JP Vallarino performing an effect or sleight from this book.
If you're a serious card magic person or book collector, this is one for you to learn from and to admire among your magic library.
As I perused through this tome, I was pleased with the quality of the content material. Well-written explanations with full-color photos to guide you through the methodology. I was also surprised to discover, along with my purchase from Vanishing Inc., it included downloadable videos of JP Vallarino performing an effect or sleight from this book.
If you're a serious card magic person or book collector, this is one for you to learn from and to admire among your magic library.
Chris
This book has a delux quality to it, that matches the magic inside. It is densely packed with Vallarino's work, mostly cards and a few coins, including his FISM act. Between the text, many photographs, and even videos (from Vanishing Inc), everything is clearly explained. One thing of note, most of the tricks require the use of a table.
Jeff
I can’t imagine a more perfect and important book than this one.
I feel privileged to have this tome in my hands.
The fact that this book even exists is magic itself!
This is a masterpiece and a must buy!
I feel privileged to have this tome in my hands.
The fact that this book even exists is magic itself!
This is a masterpiece and a must buy!
John
Watched the video of this routine before my book arrived. This was the first routine I wanted to learn from the book, though I discovered the description in the book is different. I like the idea of having an accompanying video to go with the effects to watch how the master really performs it. Great visual magic and unique matrix effect
Gary
I am just starting my dive into this book. It is well written with so many clear pictures to guide you along. If you have seen Vallarino's work then you know you are in for some beautiful magic. The book itself is extremely well made, more so than any other book in my collection. It is a fantastic looking book as well. The many short video clips of Vallarino performing the tricks and sleights are a great asset to the learning process and the beautiful way he handles cards is a joy to watch. The guys at Vanishing Inc knocked this one out of the park.
Laura Bautista
This is a collector's piece. In a few years it will be worth gold. All the magic of Jean Pierre Vallarino between the hard covers of a book that is almost the bible of card magic. An edition produced with great care and attention, with multiple examples and new routines, useful information and techniques and also accompanied by a series of videos made by Vallarino himself in which he reproduces the original performance of each trick. A luxury, something to keep forever on our shelves.
Ferenc
A fogás megkerülhetetlen a kártyabuvészetben. A tökéletes elsajátítása szakmai alapkövetelmény. de nem elégséges csupán egy variáció birtoklása. kiváltképen ha a musorodban többszöri alkalmazása elkerülhetetlen, kiváltképpen buvészközönség elott. Ez a variáció elegáns, könnyed és tökéletesen elfedi az alapfogást a szakmabeliek elott is. Igényes, könnyed, profi, GRATULÁLOK!!!!
Todd
I find the explanations are excellent with great use of photography and it provides good reinforcement for a lot of card techniques I am learning elsewhere. However, I find a lot of the routines have excess movement that is not justified and some of the techniques are very discrepant in ways that I think call attention to the eye that something happened. The spectator might not know what happened, but it will feel like there was a move. I still have to go through more of the book, but at this point, this book is great for getting a broader perspective, but other than the Rhumba count, I doubt that I will use any of these routines as he has them.
Dan
What a fantastic and beautiful looking book ! The material in it is first class with great pictures, I haven’t studied it fully yet, but is definitely one to have on the shelf, to see my review and performance on some of the material follow the link below ??
https://youtu.be/WCZMiW8H2I8?si=6J7Sb6LYh0FHMk_1
https://youtu.be/WCZMiW8H2I8?si=6J7Sb6LYh0FHMk_1
Scott R
This is one of the most beautiful books I have ever bought. It is full of pictures with lots of red. I bought it because it is so beautiful, but after reading it the magic is awesome! So many great ideas and magic! Thank you Vanishing Inc!
Dominic
I’m so glad I purchased this from V Inc. The book’s gorgeous, filled with some very neat applications of moves you already know, and the companion video sure helped with the rhythm of his moves. Another great product from Vanishing Inc!
Robert
This beautiful book with fine content will make an excellent reference for any magician's library.
Scott
This book is beautifully put together, and the inclusion of all of the performance videos help in selecting what of the wide range of material included you want to work with first, as well as helping to get a clearer sense of the rhythm and gesture that helps to make these convincing. The written descriptions and photography are very clear and detailed, helping to make these moves attainable and clear. Some of the moves and routines involve discrepancies or movements that feel excessive or somewhat unnatural, and so I will be picking and choosing which elements fit my style best, as well as reworking some of these to suit my own style. There is an elegance that is clearly evident in Vallarino's own approach that is a bit different from my own approach, but many of these pieces are a great way to add more elegance and flourish without feeling like you are randomly doing cardistry all of a sudden. The chapters that are focused on a particular type of routine are a great feature, because they provide a wide range of different moves and options, and while the different routines in the sandwich section, for example, all work as distinct options, many elements can be combined or borrowed to help explore the plot in a thorough way.
James
As soon as I saw this book for sale, I placed my order. When it arrived, I was so blown away by the quality that I immediately bought a second copy to save as mint. Everything is here, sharp photos, succinct explanations, and material that stands a head above typical close up card magic. Vallarino is a master, and this book is definitely a treasure.
Jean-Marc
Best
Gary
I missed out on getting this book first time around so when it came back in stock I just had to get it, this a beautifully made book and the fact that performances videos are included makes this a must have book from one of the leading magicians in close up magic and this is sure to become a collectors item, the photos are beautiful so dont miss out and get this book while you can I highly recommend this book.
Sherman
very nicely done. super classy
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Dominic
The Iris ace production is one of my favorite ace productions I have seen in Vallarino and it is explained in great detail too. It was a pleasure to learn this in Vallarino along with many other slights and tricks. Vanishing Inc has put so much effort in to this it has so many detailed pictures and everything is described in great detail. I was very satisfied with this product and very excited to see Vanishing Inc release their next big book!
Kimmo
Vallarino has a flashy, poetic style, and while some of his sleights are too flashy for many, this book has plenty of amazing routines in it. My highlights were Vallarino's rendition of Wild Card, Sandwich Retention, Flying Sandwich, Triple travel, and of course the Rumba count sleight. Only minor issues are that while the book has a record number of photos, it's still often difficult to follow some of the longer routines. More 'situation checks' could help. If you choose to buy this, I recommend buying it from this site because the additional videos really help understand how his poetic style is supposed to look like.
Justin
The Vallarino videos really help see the process for how you need to move your hands in order to carry out the effects. Watching them is such a benefit of getting the book.
Aaron
I've loved Vallarino for most of my magic life. Thankful to finally have his book so I can learn to make the cards dance like he does.
Marc
I am very happy to have bought the book from Valerino and I am very happy to have now the video's so that I can learn far better the wonderfull magical routines from Jean-Pierre Valerino. With a lot of magical greetings. Marc vandousselaere, Magician entertainer Mister "M" from Belgium
Rafael
I haven't read the entire book yet. From what I've read so far, I'm really enjoying it; some of the techniques are quite useful. The fact that buying it from Vanishing includes a recording of the entire book made by Vallarino is an incredible and extremely helpful touch.
Nicolas
Fantastic big book about the magic of the french conjuror Jean-Pierre Vallarino.
I am french, and I am a fan of Vallarino's magic.
I have seen a lots of his lectures, and his moves are very poetic.
I am one of the authors of his french book "Mélodies" and it was fantastic for me to describe his routines (in the french book "mélodies").
This english book "Vallarino " is very complete, with a lot of moves and routines for everybody.
One of my favorite english book.
I am french, and I am a fan of Vallarino's magic.
I have seen a lots of his lectures, and his moves are very poetic.
I am one of the authors of his french book "Mélodies" and it was fantastic for me to describe his routines (in the french book "mélodies").
This english book "Vallarino " is very complete, with a lot of moves and routines for everybody.
One of my favorite english book.
