David Ben on Ross Bertram and Sleight-of-Hand

From Magicana's article "Sleight-of-Hand":

Ross Bertram was a legendary figure in the world of magic, first coming to international prominence for his pure sleight-of-hand in the 1940s when he was invited to be part of the “Stars of Magic”, the magic equivalent of a art movement or group, whose techniques were offered by subscription to magicians around the world. Dai Vernon, his friend, and fellow Canadian, and the most influential magician of the 20^th century, had invited him to participate. Ross disappeared from view in the 1960s, the stress and strain of a life in show business having taken its toll. He reappeared in the late 70s, just when my interest in sleight-of-hand began to percolate.

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From Magicana's article "Improvisation":

“Learn as many sleights at as you possibly can and then improvise,” was Ross Bertram’s advice. 

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