Society of Young Magicians
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The Society of Young Magicians (S.Y.M.) is a group of magicians, age seven through seventeen, which is sponsored by the Society of American Magicians
. The Society of Young Magicians has clubs, known as "assemblies" around the world usually associated with an adult S.A.M group.
Youth aged 7 through 17 may seek membership in the S.Y.M. When a member turns 18, he or she graduates to full membership in the Society of American Magicians.
The purpose of the Society of Young Magicians is to promote interest in magic
as a hobby that develops skill and self-confidence, the ability to speak in public, 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, or assemblies, around the world. Adult members of the Society of American Magicians supervise and instruct members of the S.Y.M.
Jann Goodsell is the current S.Y.M.'s National Director. S.Y.M's principle means of communication among its members is its e-zine, "The Magic SYMbol."
Society of American Magicians
The Society of American Magicians is the oldest fraternal magic organization in the world. Its purpose is "to advance, elevate, and preserve magic as a performing art, to promote harmonious fellowship throughout the world of magic, and to maintain and improve ethical standards in the field of...
. The Society of Young Magicians has clubs, known as "assemblies" around the world usually associated with an adult S.A.M group.
Youth aged 7 through 17 may seek membership in the S.Y.M. When a member turns 18, he or she graduates to full membership in the Society of American Magicians.
The purpose of the Society of Young Magicians is to promote interest in magic
Magic (illusion)
Magic is a performing art that entertains audiences by staging tricks or creating illusions of seemingly impossible or supernatural feats using natural means...
as a hobby that develops skill and self-confidence, the ability to speak in public, 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, or assemblies, around the world. Adult members of the Society of American Magicians supervise and instruct members of the S.Y.M.
Jann Goodsell is the current S.Y.M.'s National Director. S.Y.M's principle means of communication among its members is its e-zine, "The Magic SYMbol."
See also
- Magic Youth InternationalMagic Youth InternationalMagic Youth International is the highly respected junior branch of the International Brotherhood of Magicians . The global membership of the I.B.M. actively supports this dynamic youth-focused program to promote, educate and enhance the activities of young magicians around the world.Magic Youth...
(International Brotherhood of Magicians) - Young Magicians' Club (Magic Circle)