Extremely Ambitious by Jay Sankey - DVD

"I started performing 'Ambitious Card' over 25 years ago and since then I've created many fresh handlings and approaches. Every single one of them is included on this project. I've held back absolutely nothing."
-Jay Sankey

EXTREMELY AMBITIOUS is exactly that, an extremely ambitious collection of handlings, techniques, ideas and approaches all created with an eye towards taking the classic Ambitious Card effect to an exciting new level. Jay shares many of these for the VERY FIRST TIME!

This breakthrough project is divided into four parts: Essential Sleights, Openers, Middlers and Closers.

In the "Essential Sleights" section you will learn ALL THE SLEIGHTS you need to know. As a result, the DVD is a complete and comprehensive mini-course in the Ambitious Card! Perfect for beginners!

During 'Openers' Jay teaches you the secrets behind some of his favorite ways to begin the effect. 'Middlers' has Jay sharing many exciting techniques to have the selected card rise to the top. And 'Closers' includes all of Jay's favorite ways to end the classic effect with a hard-hitting and memorable BANG!

Jay also discusses what it is about the classic Ambitious Card effect that makes it so remarkably popular.

As a recognized master of the Classic Pass, Jay also teaches in rare detail The Classic Pass, Riffle Pass, Turnover Pass, Spread Pass, Jay's own Sleeves Up Pass, and the little-known Jiggle Pass.

EXTREMELY AMBITIOUS features original material for a wide range of skill levels from complete beginner to seasoned professional. It's the ideal reference for any serious student of card magic.

Take your favorite card trick to the next level!

ESSENTIAL SLEIGHTS

Double Lifts (3 different skill levels)

Tilt

False Cuts

Top Change

Undercover Top Change

One Hand Turnover

Convincing Control

One Hand Top Palm

Distant Misdirection Palm

Tenkai Strip Out


OPENERS

Three Favorites

Name A Card

Center Reverse

Twirl Sequence

MIDDLERS

Paint Brush Change

Erdnase/Houdini Change

Splat Production

Something Else

Repeat Rise

Palm Off Rise

Imposters

CLOSERS

Vernon's Bend

Rubber Room Rise

Face-Up Finale

Top Card

Compact Closer

Through the Roof

Leather Bound

Round Up

Hammered Deception

BONUS: FIVE PASSES

Learn invaluable tips on the cover techniques, the timing, and the all-important finer points for a total of FIVE amazing passes including:

Sleeves Up Pass

Classic Pass

Turnover Pass

Spread Pass

Jiggle Pass

AN AMBITIOUS ANALYSIS

This is an in-depth exploration of why the Ambitious Card is so popular as well as an important discussion of the challenges inherent in such a REPETITIVE effect. Jay discusses tempo, rhythm, variety and muhc more! Jay also share his thoughst on alternatives to signatures, using questions and humor for maximum audience management and misdirection, avoiding performing the effect as a mere "challenge," building the effect and chosing endings that say 'IT'S OVER!'

Running Time Approximately 1hr 30min