My Guestbook

Thank you for visiting my pages.
I would love it if you would Add to this guestbook I am keeping!
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I learned about you from your student Syd Segal. The effects you have are just amazing! As a beginner @ 33 years, I hope to show others that great magic is ageless and timeless. I look foreward to learning from you and other great timeless classic magicians!
Jacob Anderson <cheyenneinvasion@yahoo.com>
La Mirada, CA, USA - Friday May 09, 2008 at 02:06:57

Hi JC, When I first started into magic I bought myself 2 of your videos, I still refer to them every now and then. I was really glad to hear your going to be at Blackpool next week and connot wait for your lecture.
Cheers, Dean
Dean Cadywould <magicbydean@btinternet.com>
Leigh-On-Sea, Essex,  England - Tuesday February 12, 2008 at 13:08:19

Dear J.C. I first learned about you from Super Magic. My favorite trick is omni twisted collectors I've seen your improvements and would some day like to share with you what I have come up with. It's because of you that I have thought about my magic. Thank you so much for your contribution. Don
Donald Konick<konjecer2000@yahoo.com>
Malden, MA USA - Monday, February 4, 2008 at 20:25:49

J.C. you are not only one of the best and most creative close-up people we have, you are also one of the most humorous in real life!
It's always a treat when our paths cross, and I will never forget the daze when we all lived in one house and stayed up jamming nightly until the sun came up (or someone fell down). Too bad we can't recall all we created back then, but perhaps that's a   blessing in disguise!
Anyone visiting you here ought to be booking and buying a great deal from you, as you are without doubt one of the best in the world with a deck of cards.
You astound me.
GTFM!
Kenton<kenton@wonderwizards.com>
Peonix, AZ USA - Saturday, October 27, 2007 at 16:23:41 (EST)

Hi J.C., I just attended your lecture last night and was blown away !  Now my magic will never be the same.  Thanks for a wonderful evening of magic.  Dan
Dan Sova<dansova@verizon.net>
Buffalo, NY USA - Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 20:58:10 (EST)

Hi J.C.
Just want you to know that I'm happy to see you're back at it again. I grew up performing your magic. In fact, I still tell people that the best value in books is still Commercial Magic. I understand that you are refining some of that material in your latest publications.
Cheers!
David Chandler<dave@davechandlermagic.com>
Penacook, NH USA - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at  11:13:18 (EST)

Grew up near the Forks Hotel and love bar magic. To my mind, Fechter's Book and JC's Commercial Magic are two of the best books of all time. JC's version of Christ Aces is great; I look forward to seeing the new DVD.
Paul Nielan <pnielan@yahoo.com>
Danville, CA  USA - Thursday,  September 27,  2007 at 02:46:18 (EST)

Hi JC. Fiona here (Scotty's daughter).  Just to say hi and thanks for entertaining us during our "visits" - you know the ones!!! Our kids would love you, and we hope that we can meet again!!till then, take care love to all.  Fi
Fiona Cunningham<fcc.1@virgin.net>
Scotland, UK - Thursday, June 21, 2007 at  15:40:02 (EST)

Hi JC:
Just browsing the internet and happened upon you...the greatest closeup magician that ever handled a deck of cards.  We had fun at magic island didn't we?
steve schwartz<dmoch82566@aol.com>
Dana Pt, CA, USA - Monday, April 30, 2007 at  02:04:30 (EST)

Been a big big fan of yours most of my life, you inspired me to become a full time pro 20 years ago, I owe you big time ,cheers JC
craig frith<craigsmagic@blueyonder.co.uk>
Sheffield, England, UK - Wednesday, April 19, 2007 at 19:59:19 (EST)

J.C. I've been looking all over for a copy of your book Commercial Magic of J.C. Wagner.  Can you help me find one.  I gotta have it!! Let me know ASAP and Thanks a million.
Best to you always,
Chris Weber
Chris Weber <Magish@juno.com>
Owego, New York  USA - Sunday, April 15, 2007 at  05:05:00 (EST)

To my good friend and mentor JC Wagner. You and the late Senator Crandal were my sponsors to the Magic Castle. we met
{ahem} a few years ago at the San Diego Yacht Club. Good to ssee you still hangin' in there. Love you man.....Fergie
John Ferguson <jjfergie@aol.com>
Castaic, CA USA - Saturday, February 12, 2007 at 00:58:48 (EST)

It was great seeing your wonderful magic after 23 years
Lou Lancaster <loulancaster@intergate.com>
Brea, CA USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at 12:47:03 (EST)

J.C., You are an insparation to myself and all magicians, keep doing what your doing. Your magic and moves have in the past and continue to get me hired. Thanks so much.
Jacob Jax <levitatingace@yahoo.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Thursday, January 18, 2007 at 19:08:55 (EST)

Was great seeing you perform and my friend loved it, also the added bonus of meeting Apollo and all the other magicians and sessioning with them at the bar was more fun than one should be allowed to have, hope to see you in the Pacific Northwest with Lee, early next year.
Pat
Patrick Warsalla <pwarsalla@msn.com>
Port Orchard, WA USA - Monday, October 16, 2006 at 02:26:56 (EST)

Hi,
  your magic fx and the tricks behind are so strong that every magician should feel confident while performing them.you are simply great.
prabir  <prabir76@rediffmail.com>
kolkata, WB India - Monday, September 4, 2006 at 01:46:17 (EST)

Down here in the SD area working for the shipyard, hope to make it over to Coronado and catch your act, already have your DVD's and am an amateur magician. Good Stuff!!!
Patrick Warsalla <pwarsalla@msn.com>
Port Orchard, WA USA - Saturday, September 2, 2006 at 18:55:22 (EST)

Hey, Dufus! Quit teaching my doctor that magic stuff; he's starting to call himself the "Magic Doctor" for Godsake!
See you at Aunt Margie's 95th, right!?
Your Cousin Buzz <jamesdaigh@sbcglobal.net>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Wednesday, August 16, 2006 at 14:02:43 (EST)

JC - Just would like to say that I find your card effects real life fella... In otherwords there practical, workable and useable in our day to day standing and seating working conditions of this modern age... Cardinal regards..
Paul Brashier <magicwithcards@hotmail.co.uk>
London, UK  - Wednesday, July 12, 2006 at 06:38:54 (EST)

Nice web site! May you retire sooner than you hope with all the earnings from these books and DVDs!
Jacques Lord <everydaywonder@sbcglobal.net>
San Diego, CA USA - Tuesday, July 11, 2006 at 15:48:07 (EST)

J.C. I was honored to be a member of the San Diego S.P.A.M. club back in the 80s especially since I was so new to magic at the time.  I owe a lot to you, Magic Mike, Brad, Terry, Camerro and so many others. Glad to hear that you are back.   Patrick
Patrick McKeever  <ptrckmckeever@yahoo.com>
San marcos, TX  USA  - Wednesday, June 28, 2006 at  02:37:30  (EST)

I picked up "Commercial Magic" a few days ago and love it! It is exactly the type of bar magic that I like to perform and I am looking forward to getting back to working on it as soon as I sign off here. Are you still performing in San Diego? If so,please let me know where you are...Thanks!
Bill Brisebois <bill.brisebois@cox.net>
San Diego, CA USA - Sunday, March 12, 2006 at 03:44:02 (EST)

The creator of the "Blink Shift", says hello..lol.
Thank you again for your kind comments on my shift. Coming from you, it meant a lot to me.

Tom Wolf
Tom Wolf <tomcards@fuse.net>
burlington, ky USA - Sunday, March 05, 2006 at 09:48:10 (EST)

Bob (Elliott), Mike, Ken and myself enjoyed our "magic field trip" to the Little Club this past Saturday.  Hope to see you again soon!

jocdoc
Jeff Pearson <jocdoc@san.rr.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Monday, February 13, 2006 at 02:56:26 (EST)

J.C. , GREAT you're back in magic!  Just received the DVD featuring your lecture at Ron/Martin McMillans.
What can I say..even after all these years out of magic, still every inch a pro..   Keep it going..it's a pleasure to see you work!

Greetings from CPH,
Werner
Werner G. Seitz <seitz@post10.tele.dk>
Copenhagen, Denmark - Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at 16:43:12 (EDT)

JC,
All my best and heres to seeing you in the surf!
Mahalo BWD
Big Wave
Emerald Isle, CA USA - Sunday, August 07, 2005 at 20:15:06 (EDT)

Howdy JC, Thanks for dazzeling my daughter Lisa. Hope to see you soon, I know I will.
Dave Maggiora <http://www.jumpstartrocks.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Tuesday, August 02, 2005 at 23:40:45 (EDT)

You sir are an entertainer to the core.  I appreciate your skill and creative ability.  You are an asset to the magic community.
David Bilan
David Bilan <djbilan@charter.net>
Clarksville, TN USA - Tuesday, August 02, 2005 at 18:18:06 (EDT)

Hello J.C.
I have happy memories of you and Gene Urban presiding over the bar in Fountain Hills when we first moved to Arizona from Texas.
Your book(s) and early tapes have more practical and enjoyable (from both the spectator's and performer's side)
material than just about anthing else out there.  I'm glad your career has developed so well.  Please accept my sincere wishes for even greater successes!
Larry Wilfong <azmagic@msn.com>
Scottsdale, AZ USA - Tuesday, August 02, 2005 at 16:37:31 (EDT)

Dear Mr Wagner,a big thankyou for all the wonderful tricks you have created,the Super Closer is a work of Genius and rightly considered one of the All time greats.   All the very best wishes for the future Sir.
Steve Napier
Newcastle upon Tyne
England.
Steve Napier <steve1k82@hotmail.com>
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK - Friday, July 22, 2005 at 09:41:43 (EDT)

JC, we had a blast enjoying your show!  I have recommended my friends come by and see you on the island.  Thanks to you and "Indy" for a great afternoon.  Regards,
Paul
Karen & Paul Brown <paul@starvideo.com>
Paradise Valley, AZ USA - Tuesday, July 19, 2005 at 13:38:22 (EDT)

Mr. Wagner,
I'm a fan of your work and glad to see that you're releasing a new item with Syd Segal. Both of you are wonderful thinkers and I wish you the best with all your future ventures.   Bryan
Bryan Brush <bryan44rocks@woh.rr.com>
 USA - Friday, May 13, 2005 at 14:56:54 (EDT)

Great to see some pictures of you on your site J.C. You look really well and happy. Tell you my mum would have loved you in the 70's with that 'magnum' moustache! Your book 7 secrets is what really kick-started my love of magic after reading 'Royal road'. I noticed it in a magic dealers and it was quite cheap and the 'torn and restored card' caught my eye! Little did I realise that it was one of the true classics of close-up magic. Since that little book and the sentiments expressed in it I always thought you're a pretty good guy. So it's good to find your web-site and see that you're still 'at it!'. Best Regards.
Doug Reid. (Robert Douglas).
Doug Reid <Dougpoo65@yahoo.co.uk>
London, UK - Friday, April 08, 2005 at 10:09:51 (EDT)

Hi JC,
Looking forward to meeting and working with you in Minnesota in June.
All the best,
Bob
Bob King <bkingmagic@aol.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 16:55:26 (EST)

Just a fan
Jerry O'Connell <jerryoconnell@blueyonder.co.uk>
London, Uk - Wednesday, November 24, 2004 at 10:21:23 (EST)

J.C. if you want to know who I am, check the issue of the "Linking Ring - March 1997.  I am a great admirer of your work.  Denis
Denis St-Jean <denisstjean68@hotmail.com>
Gatineau, Que. Canada - Wednesday, October 27, 2004 at 22:50:40 (EDT)

JC,
I'm a fellow Magician and a huge fan of your awesome work as I have a lot of your material. How can I get an autographed photo? Thanks so much for your time.
Bill Ogletree
Bill Ogletree <CSMTREE@aol.com>
El Paso, TX USA - Sunday, September 12, 2004 at 18:26:57 (EDT)

WOW! Look what I stumbled on! One of my best friends in Magic and a great mentor, J.C. Wagner! Great to hear about your return. Nothing I've read on this guestbook surprises me, one incredible talented performer and a truly good human.  My best and I hope Susan and I see you some time soon.
Ed Justice Jr <edjusticejr@earthlink.net>
Duarte, CA USA - Monday, August 09, 2004 at 01:00:51 (EDT)

J.C.,
So nice to hear your back performing. We met about 15 or 16 years ago at Desert Magic Semminar. You were very kind and generous, to a then wet behind the ears magician. I have always considerd your book required reading for any one who wants strong and entertaining magic. Thank you for all the inspiration you've given so many of us. Best wishes for a wonderful future.   
Gene R. Gordon <ggordonmagic@earthlink.net>
Englewood, CO USA - Monday, August 02, 2004 at 02:54:43 (EDT)

Just a quick note to say thanks for a great book. The commercial magic of.... book really inspired me and came at that moment in a magicians life when either he or she's hit a rut and is performing the same material over and over again and wishing there was something new. Or (as in my case) when I was still relatively green and needed a well written tome with killer material to inspire and motivate me further.
Thanks.
Andy Nicholls <bobcatblooze@aol.com>
Cheshire, United Kingdom - Saturday, June 05, 2004 at 16:53:12 (EDT)

JC,
How are you... How is life treating you... Come visit? ;)
Marti and Cindi <mnm@pt.com>
Shanghai, China - Sunday, March 21, 2004 at 00:39:05 (EST)

You don't know me, but you are the "reason" that I am a magician. (or at least a good one) You have been my favorite magician for over fifteen years and have leaned more from your material than any ten things from other magic texts. I won a trip to the Castle through Terry Luncford a few years back by being automatically entered in a contest after watching an online bar video in which your were one of the features. You were the reason that I paid to see it in the first place and then I won a trip tailor made for my dreams since I was a child. Terry said that you were busy on the weekend that I was out there, but he still managed to get me a signed copy of your book for my birthday. Thank you Mr. Wagner for the love of magic that you have spread to me without even being aware of me as an individual. It's amayzing how reading a persons life work lets you feel as though you are freinds with them. I truly wish you all the best in magic and life
Shannon Clark  
shannon clark <shannon@tsdesigns.com>
Greensboro, NC USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 at 22:32:58 (EST)

Jc- you are the best!
liz stollenwerk
 USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 at 16:34:03 (EST)

I have known you a long time, and what I know and remember the best about you is that you truly love entertaining and performing your magic. You were wonderful then and I'm sure you still are. I am just so happy that you are doing what you love again. As I see by all the wonderful comments, alot of people are so happy to see that you are "back". Keep up the great work, and keep them mystified.  Debbie Wagner
Debbie <dwags98@hotmail.com>
Deerfield, WI USA - Sunday, February 08, 2004 at 10:32:30 (EST)

I just met you last week in a little irish pub on Coronado Island.  I had a great time watching you perform some of your tricks.  Thanks for the tips you gave me.  You put the spark back in my magic and I am starting to practice again.
Scott Weber <scottweber@sbcglobal.net>
St. Louis, MO USA - Friday, February 06, 2004 at 10:58:39 (EST)

J.C. Three words to sum it all up. Magic Island, Magic Island, Magic Island. Love ya and miss ya buddy, good to see ya back.
Dave Powell <PowellMagic@aol.com>
Burbank, CA. USA - Friday, February 06, 2004 at 01:28:03 (EST)

JC, as I said in my email yesterday...you are one of the best and I for one am glad you're back on the scene.  I have a trip out to San Diego later this year.   One of the top priorities on that trip is to come see you perform.
You're the greatest!
Rick Green
Rick Green <rickmagic1@hotmail.com>
Nashville, TN USA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 at 12:56:20 (EST)

JC - All the best!
David Russell <russell777@comcast.net>
Sarasota, FL USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 at 14:44:27 (EST)

read the commercial magic of j c wagner. was very impressed, great website, too. best wishes
daniel kuehne <danielkuehne@lycos.com>
 USA - Monday, December 22, 2003 at 15:24:09 (EST)

JC. Enjoyed the time we spent with you @ the International week end in London,They Loved you. Kevin Fox.
Kevin Fox <thefox@thebeecces3.freeserve.co.uk>
manchester, UK - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 15:18:08 (EST)

finally you are back,we are waiting to see you for years.the magic world was waiting to long for your return.thanks J.C.W
josef rennleitner <magicjochef@aol.com>
san diego, ca USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 at 02:14:02 (EST)

Hi JC!
I am a great fan of yours, and it was a great pleasure to be able to meet you, and introduce you in the close up shows at the International Day of Magic in London.  I hope your journey was