Learn the most cherished secrets of a FISM Champion! Studies in Deception by Aurelio Paviato is an exclusive look at a lifetime of magic from one of Italy's greatest magical thinkers & performers.
"Aurelio Paviato is a master of his craft. He takes classic effects and gives them a 21st century spin. Solid practical methods are concealed by a relaxed style, easy manner, and a keen eye for detail. This is superb material from the repertoire of one of Italy’s leading professionals." David Britland
Across his decades-long career, which has seen him enjoy a full-time career as a professional performer in italy; with regular appearances on television, a busy schedule of corporate engagements, and a one-man theater show, Aurelio Paviato has created & refined many sleights and routines. The pinnacle being the spectacular close-up coin magic routine that made him a FISM champion in 1982.
A close friend of Arturo Ascanio, Aurelio is a master of blending intelligent presentations with superb sleight of hand. Throughout the pages of this remarkable book, he shares his sage magical wisdom in the realms of card and coin magic, including detailed information about a variety of passes, palms, sleeving, switches, steals, and beyond.
In addition to a variety of masterful stand-up card magic pieces, Aurelio also shares his complete FISM coin act. This includes more than 40 years of refinements that have made it more practical and magical than ever before. While he original designed it as an opener, this routine has since evolved into a showstopping closer. And you’ll learn every detail!
This lifetime of magic is presented alongside beautiful, detailed photographs for crystal-clear learning. Legendary magic book author Stephen Minch also edited it to ensure it offers the clarity and historical crediting erudite magicians desire.
We’ll be honest with you that this book was not written with the casual card magician in mind. However, experienced performers with a love and passion for the art will find great joy in learning the material taught in Studies in Deception by Aurelio Paviato.
"Wow, what a delightful book. After reading the book it is obvious why Aurelio Paviato was the First place winner in close-up at FISM. Not only does he completely describe his FISM-winning act, i.e., the "how" but also the "why." That's just the start, the rest of the book goes into his working repertoire from the past 40 years of performing close up, sleight-of-hand card and coin magic. Although the writing is excellent, there must be 500 photos to complement every detail to the routines and move." Charlie Randall
"This wonderful book is a profound study of magic. It is a road map of masterly technique and presentation. Finished with a great update and treatment of the secrets of the 1982 Fism award winning act. A superb work of Aurelio Paviato and Stephen Minch. Bravo caballeros…" Marcelo Insúa, aka Mr. Tango
Hardcover | 9in x 8in | 242 Pages
