| René Lavand is one of the true artists in the world of Close-Up Magic. His presentations and performances have a poetic and artistic quality to them that never fail to earn standing ovations. Mr. Lavand has achieved legendary status and is without a doubt one of the most highly skilled close-up magicians of the past century. | | | | His stature is even more amazing when you consider that he accomplishes everything using only one hand. Watching him will inspire you to strive for excellence. Each volume begins with a twenty-minute performance followed by a walk-through of how everything is accomplished. Interspersed throughout are detailed explanations to many of the original techniques, sleights and subtleties René has created. | Volume Two The highlight is a very detailed explanation to René’s favorite routine, Three Bread Crumbs, which he uses to close his shows and receive standing ovations. The Show includes: Ace, Two, Three, Four, Divining, In Search Of Excellence, I Know Them And I Don’t Know How, The Deck Is Feminine II, Remembering My Credentials, and Three Bread Crumbs. Techniques taught include: One-Hand Scoop Addition, One-Hand False Cut No. 1, One-Hand Second Deal, One-Hand Scoop Addition (Multiple Cards), One-Hand Top Palm #1, One-Hand Top Palm #2, One-Hand Fifth Deal, One-Hand Third Deal, One-Hand Fourth Deal, and much more. René's Gambling Routine Using Fifths, Fourths, Thirds and Seconds is also performed and explained. Simultaneous English translation by Tina Lenert. Running time: Approximately 60 minutes. | | |