Libro: THE BARCELONA NOTES: Routines from the Repertoires of Gabi Pareras and Joaquín Matas

THE BARCELONA NOTES
Routines from the Repertoires of Gabi Pareras and Joaquín Matas
The Barcelona Notes brings together two distinct yet deeply connected visions of magic: that of Gabi Pareras, one of the most influential thinkers in modern magic, and that of his longtime friend, student, and professional performer Joaquín Matas.
Born from a friendship that spanned more than three decades, this book offers a rare glimpse into the magical world that emerged from Barcelona under the influence of Arturo de Ascanio, Juan Tamariz, and the Spanish School of Magic.
The first half of the book contains five pieces from Joaquín Matas’ professional repertoire, including powerful commercial routines refined through thousands of real-world performances. Among them are The Unwary Cheater, McFlies, My Suit Appearance, a personal handling of Ben Harris’ Super Flip production, and The T-Shirt, the closing routine of Joaquín’s close-up performances for more than twenty-five years.
The second half is dedicated to Gabi Pareras and features four of his most representative creations: Clandestine Aces, Queens and Jokers, Doctor Coué’s Test, and Caroline’s Aces. More than mere tricks, these routines offer a window into the creative mind of a magician whose ideas continue to influence performers around the world.
Richly illustrated and explained in detail, The Barcelona Notes is both a practical collection of professional material and a tribute to one of magic’s most original voices.
Inside you will discover:
• 9 complete routines from the repertoires of Joaquín Matas and Gabi Pareras.
• Detailed explanations, professional subtleties, and real-world handling.
• Commercial material tested before thousands of spectators.
• Insights into the philosophy and thinking that shaped the Barcelona school of magic.
• A personal foreword chronicling Joaquín Matas’ thirty-year friendship with Gabi Pareras.
Whether you are already familiar with Gabi’s legacy or discovering it for the first time, The Barcelona Notes offers a unique journey through two repertoires united by a shared passion for magic, beauty, and astonishment.