Diamonds of Performance
Created by: Christian Bischoff
Diamonds of Performance is a two-volume set focusing on applied theory to enhance magic performances. It's designed for magicians serious about refining their craft, offering insights into performance improvement rather than a collection of tricks. This set is ideal for those who have already explored foundational works like Ken Weber's 'Maximum Entertainment' and are looking to deepen their understanding of performance theory.
Key features
- Focuses on applied performance theory
- Includes the creator's personal working repertoire
- Targeted at magicians looking to improve their craft beyond tricks
Pros
- Offers deep insights into performance improvement
- Includes some of the creator's own routines
- Ideal for serious magicians looking to advance their performance skills
Cons
- Mostly theory with few tricks
- Not inexpensive
- May not be as exciting as books filled with tricks
What people are saying about Diamonds of Performance
Diamonds of Performance videos
2024 Magic Book Rankings
This video offers a candid rundown of the creator's top and bottom five magic books from 2024. Highlights include 'The Particle System' for simplifying memorized deck magic, 'Switch' for its innovative bill transformations, 'The Nth Degree' for its practical walkaround tricks, 'Worlds Beyond' for reviving Paul Curry's classics, and 'The Definitive Sanki Reprint' for its exhaustive look at J Sanki's magic. On the flip side, the creator points out shortcomings in 'Diamonds of Performance' for being too theory-heavy, 'Magic Between Friends' for not justifying its price, 'The Magic of Johnny Thompson' for falling short of hype, 'A Floren Spun' for its narrow focus, and 'You Are All Terrible' for its excessive profanity and lackluster humor. The review is balanced, acknowledging each book's merits while explaining the rankings. Plus, there's a plug for Don's Magic & Books as a go-to for rare magic book finds.
Takeaways:
- The creator ranks their top and bottom five magic books from 2024.
- Top picks include books on memorized deck magic and bill transformations.
- Least favorites are critiqued for price-to-content ratio and niche appeal.
- Don's Magic & Books is promoted for rare and out-of-print magic books.
- The video provides honest reviews with a focus on practical value for magicians.