July 2013

Official Publication of The Society of Young Magicians

It’s all about the S.A.M.S.A.M. SSPOTLIGHTpotlight

Whats on the Web WWA brief look at what’s happening in magic on theW Internet The registration for the combined convention is officially opened. More details will be coming in July 2013 concerning performers, shows and lectures. Check their home page for details.

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2 July 2013/The Magic SYMbol CONTENTSWHAT’S INSIDE 2 Spotlight - Convention Ad/What’s on the Web 10 Member Profile

4 Letter From the Editor 11 SYM Pin Program

5 IBM,/SAM combined convention information. 12 SYM Pin Program

6 Coin Velope

7 Dice O Destiny

8 Dicey Digits

9 Magic Scholarship

S.Y.M. WEBSITE S.A.M. WEBSITE www.magicsym.com www.magicsam.com

The Society of Young Magicians (S.Y.M.) sponsored by The Society of American Magicians, is a world-wide organization for youth, ages 7 through 17. (At age 18 you graduate to membership in The Society of American Magicians.) The purpose of S.Y.M. is to promote interest in magic as a wholesome hobby that will help develop self-confidence and skill, the ability to speak in pub- lic, discipline that comes from learning, practicing and performing magic, and a sense of service to others through helping others learn magic and by performing magic at charitable events.

The Society of Young Magicians has nearly 100 local chapters, called Assemblies, around the country. Adult supervision and instruction are provided by qualified members of the Society of American Magicians, one of the most prestigious world-wide WWW organizations of its kind. HAVE A QUESTION? NEED ADVICE? CAN’T FIGURE OUT A TRICK? NEED GUIDANCE? DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO NEXT IN MAGIC?

The S.Y.M. has a panel of mentors ready to help you. Associate members who do not have an Assembly in their area now have a place to turn. Even members of a local Assembly can participate in this mentoring program. This is a free service and part of your S.Y.M. membership. To contact the SYMentor, simply e-mail your questions to: [email protected]

Your question will be directed to someone who will help you from our panel of experts. Parents of SYM’ers may also write with questions.

Be sure to get permission from your parents before writing. Letter from the editor The Michael A. Raymer Magic SYMbol “Some Amazing Volume 29 Issue No. 6 • June 2013 The Magic SYMbol is a monthly publication Magic!” Michael A. Raymer, Editor Bruce Kalver, Consulting Editor

Articles are written by the editor Last month I attended the Louisville International unless otherwise noted. Festival of Magic, Illusion and the Unusual. The Editorial Offices: festival was spear-headed by , together with and Bill Herz and brought to The Magic SYMbol Michael Raymer, Editor Louisville Kentucky. As it said on the web site; “This festival was conjured up 5512 Pavilion Way in the interest of bringing the best of the best from the world of magic, illusion, Louisville, KY 40291 and the variety arts to the general public. It’s a festival designed to bring to 502-231-0689 or 502-644-7829 Louisville what only a handful of people in the world have had the privilege [email protected] to see.” It truly did just that. I saw some amazing magic and met some won- S.Y.M. National Director derful people from all over the world. It was like going to a magic convention Jann Goodsell - but only better !! There were shows that both magician and the public could 329 West 1750 North attend and lectures for magicians only. Orem, UT 84057 801-724-9758 One of the most amazing shows I was able to see was what they called Fax: 801-802-8925 The Secret Show. We met at a location only to be taken to a “secret” location [email protected] to see a show that we didn’t know who was performing. The show happened Dues Payment to be the show that has sold out the for weeks; Derek DelGaudio Change of Address/ New Memberships: and Helder Guimarães!! It was incredible and had to be some of the most S.Y.M c/o incredible card magic I have ever seen. Other than that I saw a few of the lec- Manon Rodriguez tures and a couple of the other shows including the Gala Show which featured National Administrator Mac King and Lance Burton as co-hosts of the evening. P.O. Box 505 Parker, CO 80134 The goal is to make this a yearly event, which I hope they are able to [email protected] do and will bring it back again next year. It was truly amazing and all the non- magicians that I saw attending the events were truly mesmerized. By the time The SocietySociety of of you read this issue you will have attended the S.A.M. national convention and YoungYoung MagiciansMagicians I hope you had a great time and was able to make some new friends, see old Board ofof Directors Directors ones and learn some incredible magic. Next year the combined convention with the I.B.M. and S.A.M. will Executive Board JannExecutive Goodsell • Andy Board Dallas be held in St. Louis--this will be a great convention. I attended the last com- Bruce Kalver bined convention when it was here in Louisville and we believed it was one of EdJann Thomas Goodsell • Hope • Andy Anderson Dallas Bruce Kalver the better conventions we had been to. I’m getting geared up to attend Fandom LanceEd Thomas Burton • • William Hope Anderson Andrews Fest - it’s like a comic-con but with less comics and more art, collectibles and Jay Gorham • Char Gott ConnieLance BurtonHatherill • William• Arlen Solomon Andrews celebrities. This years event will have comic creator Stan Lee, William Shat- Marlene Clark ner who played Captain Kirk, Adrian Paul who played in Highlander and the Connie Hatherill • Arlen Solomon cast of Warehouse 13 and Firefly among others. I like seeing the people who come in costume - the people watching is just as fun as seeing everything else. Until Next month.... HAS YOUR S.Y.M. MEMBERSHIP EXPIRED?

If it has you should be receiving your renewal information by mail, please remember to renew your membership. 4 July 2013/The Magic SYMbol 2014 IBM/SAM Combined Convention SAM NEWS Magic SYMbol It’s All About The Magic

The world’s two largest magic organizations will hold a combined convention in St. Louis, Missouri, on July 1-5, 2014. The convention will draw amateur and professional magic enthusiasts from every corner of the world and attendance will be limited to 1400 registrants. Featured during the five day event will be the FISM North American Championships of Magic in close-up and stage with winners having the opportunity to compete in the FISM 2015 World Championships of Magic in Rimini, Italy. Competitors will also be competing in stage and close-up magic for the I.B.M. Gold Medal and Gold Cups, the S.A.M. Gold and Silver Medals of Honor, as well as the IBM/SAM Champion of Magic selected by People’s Choice. Cash prizes and performing contracts for winners could exceed $20,000. During the month of February 2013, for a period of 28 days, those who plan to attend will have the opportunity to register for the convention at an all-inclusive price of $295. Registration opens on February 1 on- line and by mail. No telephone registrations will be accepted. At the end of February, registration will close until July 2013 when the registration price will be $395. The convention, spanning the St. Louis Renaissance Grand Hotel and the Peabody and Ferrara Theaters, will also feature a welcome party, opening show, three gala evening shows, final contest show, a close-up gala show, international lecturers, dealers from around the world, an elegant banquet, awards presentations, farewell party, plus special events for members and spouses. New for the 2014 Combined Convention will be the Lance Burton Young Magician’s Seminar for magicians between the ages of 7 and 19 taking place two days before the official convention opening. When registering for the combined convention, young magicians can attend this exclusive event at no charge. Young magicians under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult (parent, relative or guardian) who is registered for the 2014 Combined Convention.

July 2013/The Magic SYMbol 5 Coin Magic Coin Velope Submitted by Tom Waldrop

6 July 2013/The Magic SYMbol Dice O’Destiny Submitted by Tom Waldrop Coin Magic

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8 July 2013/The Magic SYMbol Magic Scholarship SYM News YOUNG MAGICIAN WINS SCHOLARSHIP TO MAGIC & MYSTERY SCHOOL

The Society of American Magicians Magic Endowment Fund Scholarship Chairman, Warren J. Kaps, announced that a deserving and competent magician has been awarded a full tuition scholarship to McBride’s Magic & Mystery School in Las Vegas, Nevada. The winner is: Timothy Mason (age 13) of Melbourne, Australia.

Timothy Mason is 13 years old. He first started developing an interest in magic at the age of 4, after seeing a magician perform at a shopping center. He has always been interested in learning magic and loves seeing the smiles it puts on children’s faces.

Tim has entertained and performed at many children’s birthday parties, school functions and corporate events. He has performed on YTT. He has also had numerous television appearances, including WB Kids Saturday and “The 3 Factor” on ABC 3. Tim made it to the semi-finals on the Australian hit television series “Young Talent Time.” Tim attended and competed in the International Magic Experience in Las Vegas. He was awarded the highest points in stage magic competition, placing second, and won the David Berglas Award for showmanship. At the 2009 Australian Junior Magic Championships, Time won two awards: 2009 Australian Junior State Magic and 2009 Australian Junior Close-Up Magic.

Sue-Anne Webster was astounded by Tim’s skills in magic enthusiasm and warm personality. She said that he is highly focused, listens well to instruction and advice, and sessions well with other magicians. She believes Tim is a bright light to Australian magic and a fresh inspiration to Australian magicians.

Lee Cohen, President of the Australian Institute of Magic has known Lee for several years. He has said that Lee demonstrates a keen commitment to the art of magic and has shown determination to perform to the best of his abilities. He also shows a strong work ethic through his rehearsal process and is always looking for more magic to learn.

Tim attends St. Andrews Christian College, where he has made a great impact, according to Merrick Brewer the Head of the Middle School. Tim is also a passionate supporter of a charity called Kid Link and has raised over $2,000 for this cause.

The Society of American Magicians Magic Endowment Fund is proud of our achievement and growth, as well as the expansion of our scholarship program that enables deserving young magicians from all over the world to attend magic school and increase the interest of magic.

July 2013/The Magic SYMbol 9 SYM Member Profiles – Meet your fellow SYM Magician -

Send us information about your magic show, where you are per- forming or other information and we’ll write up an article about you in the magazine. Please include a photo of you performing if you are able to.

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O Have pictures from your SYM assembly meeting? U Send them in! Have a “new” twist on an “old” trick? share it! Have an article you wrote on a famous magician? send it to us!

Send by email to: [email protected] By mail to: SYMbol Editor 5512 Pavilion Way Louisville, KY 40291 USA

10 July 2013/The Magic SYMbol S.Y.M. ACHIEVEMENT PIN PROGRAM The S.Y.M. Achievement Pin Program allows S.Y.M. members to explore nine areas of magic, demonstrate skill in these areas, and receive recognition for their accomplishments. The progressive nature of the Achievement Pin Program also measures how young magicians are advancing in their magical journey. As candidates work from bronze to gold, they will learn valuable leadership skills aimed at increasing their confidence in all areas of life. S.Y.M advisors are available to help members work toward earning their pins and to ensure that candidates meet all requirements. S.Y.M. members who do not belong to an S.Y.M. assembly will be able to receive help from advisors via mail or electronically.

GENERAL INFORMATION 1. The Achievement Pin Program coordinator will provide worksheets in which candidates and adult supervisors can record candidates’ progress. 2. Advisors or organizers must return completed forms to the Achievement Pin Program coordinator. Completed paperwork will be forwarded to the S.Y.M. director, after which pins will be awarded. 3. Pins will be awarded for completed tricks only. In other words, demonstrating a Double Lift or a French Drop does not count. The Double Lift must be presented within a completed trick; e.g., using a Double Lift to force or find a card. 4. Members may receive pins in more than one category, as long as all requirements are met for each category. 5. S.Y.M. assembly members will test for pins at an assembly meeting. 6. Associate S.Y.M. members will test for pins by submitting an application, along with a video, DVD or electronic link to the Achievement Pin Program Coordinator. 7. Each candidate will submit an application fee of $4.00 for each bronze and silver pin, and $5.00 for each gold pin.

Make your check out to the Society of Young Magicians. Mail it and your Completed Application to: Marlene Clark SYM Achievement Pin Program Coordinator 435 Main St. Durham, CT 06422 S.Y.M. ACHIEVEMENT PIN PROGRAM

1. Categories: Members may perform stage, standup (parlor), and/or close-up magic. They will be awarded bronze and silver pins in the following categories and gold “Excellence in Magic” pins.

Cards Coins Silk Paper Sponge Rope Animals General Magic (Miscellaneous)

2. Requirements A. Bronze: (1) Candidates must be a member for at least three months. (2) Candidates must give and explain the S.Y.M. Pledge. (3) Candidates must demonstrate skill in three effects in one category: three card tricks or three sponge tricks, for example. (4) Candidates must be able to describe each effect and provide the proper or technical term for the effect or move, if applicable: Professor’s Nightmare, French Drop or Glide, for example. (5) Candidates will be judged on execution and basic skill; e.g., don’t tip the method. B. Silver (1) Candidates must give and explain the S.Y.M. Pledge. (2) Candidates must have earned two bronze pins in the same category – a total of six tricks for that category. (3) Candidates will perform a three-to-four minute routine. There is no limit to the number of effects used, but at least two must be from a bronze routine in order to get a silver pin in that category. (4) Candidates will be judged on execution, skill and presentation. (5) Candidates must write a report of at least 250 words on one famous magician for each silver pin. C. Gold (1) Candidates must have earned a Silver pin in three different categories to qualify for a gold pin. (2) Candidates will present an 8-to-10-minute act with a unifying theme or presentation. One effect must be from a silver routine. The act will be judged on skill, presentation, appearance, stage presence (even in close-up), confidence, audience appeal, appropriateness, timing, and public speaking ability (if applicable). (3) Candidates will also present their gold medal performances as a community service project for the public at a venue of their choice. (4) Candidates will make a five-to-10 minute oral presentation on any area of magic before an S.Y.M. or S.A.M. meeting or public venue, such as a classroom or library. The candidate will be judged on knowledge of material, organization, delivery, appearance, and public speaking ability. Suggested topics include, but are not limited to, magic history, biography (different from the Silver presentation) and magic theory. (5) Candidates are responsible for organizing and making all arrangements for all presentations. Following presentations, candidates will submit a report to the adult advisor detailing the work done.

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