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Any Song At Any Card by John O'Toole

Created by: John O'Toole

Any Song At Any Card is a modern mentalism and app-based magic trick where a spectator freely names any playing card, and the magician uses a smartphone app to play a song that perfectly corresponds to that card, creating a deeply personal and emotional experience. This close-up or parlour effect requires no sleight of hand, making it accessible for performers of all skill levels, and it leverages technology to integrate seamlessly into contemporary magic routines, often leaving audiences amazed by the apparent coincidence and connection.

Key features

  • App-based effect with no sleight of hand required

  • Uses spectator's smartphone for a seamless and modern performance

  • Creates strong emotional impact through personalized music connections

  • Suitable for magicians of all skill levels, from beginners to professionals

  • Works with any freely named playing card, ensuring high versatility

Pros

  • Highly accessible and easy to use with minimal setup

  • Generates powerful emotional responses from spectators

  • Integrates well with modern technology and devices

  • No need for physical props beyond a smartphone

Cons

  • Relies on app functionality, which may be prone to technical issues

  • Limited to environments where smartphones are available and appropriate

  • May require strong presentation skills to maximize emotional impact

Effect

Any Song At Any Card creates a moment of personal magic. A spectator names any playing card. The magician then uses a device to play a song. The song connects directly to the named card. This creates a strong emotional response. The effect feels like a perfect coincidence or a deep prediction.

Full details

Any Song At Any Card is an app-based effect by John O'Toole. It uses a digital method to link a spectator's freely named card to a specific song. The app handles the entire process. No physical props or gimmicked cards are needed. The magician can use their own device or a spectator's smartphone. This makes the trick feel modern and integrated into everyday technology. The method is self-contained within the app.

Who should consider the trick

This trick suits magicians who perform for small groups or one-on-one. It works well in social settings. Mentalists may find it useful for creating meaningful moments. It is also good for performers who want to avoid sleight of hand. Magicians who use technology in their acts will appreciate the seamless app integration.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Any Song At Any Card requires no sleight of hand. The app does the technical work. The performer needs to focus on presentation and timing. Basic familiarity with using a smartphone app is sufficient. The difficulty level is low. It is accessible to beginners and experienced magicians alike.

What magicians say

MurphysMagicSupplies includes Any Song At Any Card in their weekly news coverage. They note it as a new release that connects music selection to a chosen card. SaturnMagicShop describes it as an app-based effect that creates a powerful emotional impact. They state it requires no sleight of hand and works with any spectator-named card. SaturnMagicShop also mentions it uses the spectator's own smartphone, making the performance feel seamless and modern.

What people are saying about Any Song At Any Card

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

The host also mentions Any Song At Any Card, an app by John O’Toole that connects music selection to a chosen card.

SaturnMagicShop says...

The effect allows a magician to seemingly predict and play a spectator's chosen song, creating a powerful and personal moment of magic.

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