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February 26, 2010
Best of the Week time! From now on we're going to run this feature on Friday, so that you can plan your weekend better. ;-)
Our forum has been really busy lately: We had a collection of assorted chess wisdom, Armis started an interesting discussion about the virtues of 1.Nf3, and katar put a lot of work into collecting lots of endgame videos on the site. He also listed them by endgame type. Have a look at this ... [Read More]
Our forum has been really busy lately: We had a collection of assorted chess wisdom, Armis started an interesting discussion about the virtues of 1.Nf3, and katar put a lot of work into collecting lots of endgame videos on the site. He also listed them by endgame type. Have a look at this ... [Read More]
February 26, 2010
In this week's premium video, FM Dennis Monokroussos goes over a viewer game and your questions. The topics he covers include a line of the Winawer French, opposite-colored bishop endgame fortresses, and just how exactly the determination gets made about what counts as a sideline, a main line, or a main main line. Give it a watch and remember to reply with your comments or questions right there in the ... [Read More]
February 21, 2010
And we are back with this popular feature. Since the last Best of the Week quite some time has passed, so we're not taking "the Week" literally this week. Instead, we'll look at some of the events that have happened in February.
First of all, curtains has resurfaced for a video and zibbit has continued his Reykjavik City Championship recap. Meanwhile, Augelmo has started a series of videos about a certain Saturday match of his. To find out what this ... [Read More]
First of all, curtains has resurfaced for a video and zibbit has continued his Reykjavik City Championship recap. Meanwhile, Augelmo has started a series of videos about a certain Saturday match of his. To find out what this ... [Read More]
February 19, 2010
This week, FM Dennis Monokroussos presents a couple of recent blitz games he played. The first goes over an interesting knight and bishop endgame, and the second an attacking game against a GM's Slav defense. As always, this video is freely available to all registered members of the site, so make sure to check it ... [Read More]
February 12, 2010
In case you missed the announcement in our forums, we are proud to announce a new feature: video downloads for your mobile devices! Underneath each video, you will see a new section called "Mobile Downloads," which gives you a link where you can download the video. Check out this video demo I recorded, which goes through the entire process of downloading a video to syncing it to my iPhone.
All existing members have a few downloads to try out, so ... [Read More]
All existing members have a few downloads to try out, so ... [Read More]
February 10, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis presents two simple King's Indians. Dennis was white in both games, and he shows us how to exploit strategic errors in the opening and middlegame. If you've ever been afraid of the fearsome KID or are just looking for a wild ride, check out Dennis' latest offering! ... [Read More]
February 5, 2010
FM Dennis Monokroussos did not miss the excellent coverage of the Tucson Open 2010 by Steve Farmer (sfarmer29), and this week presents his examination of a very interesting game also analyzed by sfarmer29 (who graciously gave permission for Dennis to do so).
In A Second Look At A Crazy Game, Dennis re-examines the game Hu-Mueller, a Blumenfeld Gambit, and discusses some interesting ideas and lines he found. If you have the time, make sure to ... [Read More]
In A Second Look At A Crazy Game, Dennis re-examines the game Hu-Mueller, a Blumenfeld Gambit, and discusses some interesting ideas and lines he found. If you have the time, make sure to ... [Read More]
January 28, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis tells us a little about Slaying the Sleepy Ponziani. The Ponziani isn't the wildest opening, but it's fun and instructive seeing how Dennis handles it. ... [Read More]
January 21, 2010
In this week's video, Dennis presents the 13th installment of his hugely popular viewer questions series. He addresses a number of queries on the opening, discussing both mainstream lines like the Sicilian and Exchange Ruy as well as more offbeat possibilities like the Hippo. If you have a question of your own for Dennis, make sure to post ... [Read More]
January 14, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis examines Gelfand - Nakamura from the just finished World Team Championship. The game features a typically wild King's Indian with white crashing through in the center and on the queenside while Black's kingside attack rages. Don't miss this wild ... [Read More]
January 9, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis presents episode 11 of his hugely popular video series covering viewer games. Dennis discusses topics ranging from attacking play to rook endings. He even provides opening advice. Make sure to check out the video and if you want Dennis to look at one of your games in the future, post ... [Read More]
December 31, 2009
Dennis presents a game of his from way back in 1986. In reviewing his play, Dennis discovers an interesting new possibility. He provides an exciting study of the radically different possibilities within a single game and the ways in which a player's style and choices change over time. Choices, ... [Read More]
December 26, 2009
In this week's lesson, Dennis presents the conclusion to Alekhine - van Mindeno. He corrects his (and your!) analysis from last week and examines the correct defense. Dennis then shows the game's exciting conclusion. Don't miss this week's ... [Read More]
December 19, 2009
In this week's lesson, Dennis examines a dangerous attacking position from Alekhine - van Mindeno. Without computer analysis, he tries to find a way for black to survive the onslaught. Was he successful? Dennis wants YOU to analyze the position on your own (without Fritz, of course) and reach a verdict. Next week Dennis will set the record straight. Join the ... [Read More]
December 13, 2009
In this week's lesson, Dennis answers more of your questions. He covers topics ranging from computers playing chess, to the Berlin Defence, to calculation and visualization. The lesson covers a lot of ground on a variety of subjects, so make sure to check it out. And if you have your own questions for Dennis, make sure to post them ... [Read More]
December 4, 2009
In this week's lesson, FM Dennis Monokroussos provides more analysis from the ongoing FIDE World Cup, examining two crucial tie-break games. Dennis starts with an examination of Jakovenko-Grischuk that shows that even top level GMs can work on their endgame play. Then he moves on to spectacular play by Boris Gelfand against Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. Don't miss ... [Read More]
November 30, 2009
For his Thanksgiving show, Dennis presents three amusing game fragments from the ongoing FIDE World cup. Dennis has the perfect cure for your Thanksgiving ... [Read More]
November 30, 2009
Any players interested in playing the FICS Teamleague 45 45 tournament starting in January can sign up here. Teams will be submitted in late December, so act now. Players must have 20 rated standard games completed on the FICS server and be willing to play the complete tournament, 1 game per week for 8-10 rounds. Time control is 45 45. Join us in representing Chessvideos.tv and put the knowledge you gained from these great videos to ... [Read More]
November 20, 2009
You asked, and FIDE Master Dennis Monokroussos couldn't resist answering! In rare back-to-back episodes, Dennis has once again answered your questions. This week in Viewer Questions, Episode 11, Dennis tackles questions about the Modern Defense, the London System and the Ruy Lopez.
Also on an unrelated college football note, I hope for Dennis' sake that Notre Dame finally fires Charlie Weis so they can field a competitive team against my alma ... [Read More]
Also on an unrelated college football note, I hope for Dennis' sake that Notre Dame finally fires Charlie Weis so they can field a competitive team against my alma ... [Read More]
November 13, 2009
It's time for another edition of the Best of the Week!
The forums have been buuuusy. Traffic has been high of late, which is definitely inspiring. Hats off to all of you who continue to make ChessVideos.TV the wonderful community it is. Anyways, on to the content...
Perhaps the most exciting discussion thread of the past week is Calm's coverage of a First Saturday Tournament in which he's participating. This is an IM-norm event. Calm has been doing quite respectably, making all of us ... [Read More]
The forums have been buuuusy. Traffic has been high of late, which is definitely inspiring. Hats off to all of you who continue to make ChessVideos.TV the wonderful community it is. Anyways, on to the content...
Perhaps the most exciting discussion thread of the past week is Calm's coverage of a First Saturday Tournament in which he's participating. This is an IM-norm event. Calm has been doing quite respectably, making all of us ... [Read More]
November 6, 2009
This week Dennis brings you another edition of his popular series on viewer games. If you want the chance to have your game featured in Dennis' series, post it ... [Read More]
November 4, 2009
It's time to kick back, crack a canned beverage, and enjoy the ChessVideos.TV Best of the Week thread!
Perhaps the best discussion was in "A Novice Asks Difficult Questions". Many members chimed in with thoughtful comments on chess improvement and learning. Perhaps my favorite post came from FM Zibbit, who provided excellent advice for beginning players, explaining that "you are thinking too much, it's like as if you just learned basketball, you should be learning to dribble and shoot lay-ups, instead you are ... [Read More]
Perhaps the best discussion was in "A Novice Asks Difficult Questions". Many members chimed in with thoughtful comments on chess improvement and learning. Perhaps my favorite post came from FM Zibbit, who provided excellent advice for beginning players, explaining that "you are thinking too much, it's like as if you just learned basketball, you should be learning to dribble and shoot lay-ups, instead you are ... [Read More]
November 1, 2009
In this week's lesson, Dennis Monokroussos brings you the ninth installment of his viewer games series. Make sure to check out the video! If you'd like the chance to have Dennis examine one of your games, post ... [Read More]
October 26, 2009
We've had a very busy week in the video forums, so get a bowl of popcorn...it's time for the Best of the Week!
The discussion forums have been very busy with continued debate in threads we've highlighted in past updates. Playing Against Stronger Players and the Greco Counter Gambit threads have both remained active, and we might be getting a CV Greco match video soon! We also had a few new threads that I found especially interesting. In the General Discussion Forum, fhl posted a miniature played by ChessVideos ... [Read More]
The discussion forums have been very busy with continued debate in threads we've highlighted in past updates. Playing Against Stronger Players and the Greco Counter Gambit threads have both remained active, and we might be getting a CV Greco match video soon! We also had a few new threads that I found especially interesting. In the General Discussion Forum, fhl posted a miniature played by ChessVideos ... [Read More]
October 22, 2009
In this week's lesson, Dennis presents his last round game from the Indiana State Championship. The game features Dennis' usual style and has "gobs of tactics, sacs, and attacking play" (to use his words). Pull up a chair but be warned, this one is not for the faint of ... [Read More]
October 20, 2009
Lots of excitement this week, including tournament recaps, new live commentaries, in-depth journal entries, and a heated discussion of an offbeat opening. Once again, let us know what you think of the series and post suggestions for next week's roundup.
In the discussion forum, King_Greco posted a line from the Greco Counter Gambit that many members dismissed as dubious. Although the discussion was initially tense, King_Greco pointed out the gulf ... [Read More]
In the discussion forum, King_Greco posted a line from the Greco Counter Gambit that many members dismissed as dubious. Although the discussion was initially tense, King_Greco pointed out the gulf ... [Read More]
October 16, 2009
In this week's lesson, Dennis presents a game from the recent Indiana State Championship. After blundering in the middlegame, Dennis had to defend tenaciously. We won't give away the ending, but if you want tips on how to survive tough positions, see what Dennis has to ... [Read More]
October 13, 2009
Welcome to the second installment of our new "Best of..." feature. Don't have time to keep up with the constant stream of great content on the site? No worries, just look for this post each week. As usual, we have a place to submit suggestions for next week's roundup.
The video forums have been especially busy, with Dennis' newest lesson, Knocking Out the Matrix, taking the coveted top spot in our ... [Read More]
The video forums have been especially busy, with Dennis' newest lesson, Knocking Out the Matrix, taking the coveted top spot in our ... [Read More]
October 9, 2009
This week FM Dennis Monokroussos presents a game from the Indiana State Championship (which he won!) where he faces 1.e4 e5 2.Qh5, aka "The Matrix." In Knocking out the matrix, Dennis explains how to handle multiple lines in this opening, and presents his game against this opening from the Indiana state ... [Read More]
October 4, 2009
This is the inaugural post in our new Best of CV.TV series. We'll be highlighting the past week's best content. The success of this series depends on your participation, so if you want to recommend any posts, games, or videos for the second installment of this series, please post here.
On to the content:
One of our most exciting recent posts has been admin's interview with Greg Shahade, aka curtains. The interview covered a range of ... [Read More]
On to the content:
One of our most exciting recent posts has been admin's interview with Greg Shahade, aka curtains. The interview covered a range of ... [Read More]
October 1, 2009
Dennis' lesson this week features a recent game he played in the von Hennig-Schara gambit. He discusses dealing with gambits as well as playing against young, aggressive ... [Read More]
September 26, 2009
Last week we saw FM Dennis Monokroussos present his 1985 game with Adam Lief using annotations and analysis from that time. This week, he shows the game with fresh analysis, and uncovers some new ideas that went unseen in the past: How Not To Play Against The Pirc, Part ... [Read More]
September 18, 2009
This week, FM Dennis Monokroussos presents How Not To Play Against The Pirc? Part I. In this weeks episode, he offers a 1985 game he played against Adam Lief with his old understanding of the action, together with the then published annotations given by IM Jack Peters and GM Robert Byrne. Next week he will look at the game through the modern lens, with his current interpretation of the ... [Read More]
September 17, 2009
You asked, you voted, and the result is nearly an hour long interview with IM Greg Shahade. All of your top questions were asked, and Greg did his best to answer all the questions. Topics range from Chess to Netflix, and a few places in between. So make sure to check it out, and as always leave comments and ... [Read More]
September 11, 2009
This week, FM Dennis Monokroussos presents Part II of his series on David Bronstein Tactics. Make sure to check it out, and if you need to catch up here is a link to last week's show.
Also don't forget, any registered member can get Chessvideos.TV Stickers shipped right to their doors for free. Check out the thread for ... [Read More]
Also don't forget, any registered member can get Chessvideos.TV Stickers shipped right to their doors for free. Check out the thread for ... [Read More]
September 3, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos this week presents the first in a two part series, David Bronstein Tactics, Part I. In this video, Dennis presents a number of positions from Bronstein's games and challenges you to find the move and idea. Check it out and see if you can find the right ... [Read More]
August 27, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos' video this week is Viewer Games - Part 6. Sparks fly in this episode, first an isolated queen pawn position featuring a king stuck in the center before moving on to a slugfest featuring opposite side castling. He then moves on to two attacking positions with kings on the same side of the board.
Also, if you haven't yet requested your Free ChessVideos Stickers, do so now! Free delivery to your door, and they look great ... [Read More]
Also, if you haven't yet requested your Free ChessVideos Stickers, do so now! Free delivery to your door, and they look great ... [Read More]
August 24, 2009
For the second time in as many weeks, we are incredibly excited to add another talented chess player to our Training Videos From The Masters section: Woman Grandmaster Jennifer Shahade. Her distinguished chess career was highlighted by twice winning the US Women's Championship, in 2002 and 2004. In addition, she is a successful author and the editor of uschess.org.
In her first video ... [Read More]
In her first video ... [Read More]
August 20, 2009
Dennis' series analyzing member games continues with a lesson covering both bringing home the win when you have a slight advantage and how to deal with complicated tactical positions on offense and defense. If you want Dennis to analyze one of your games, don't be shy. Submit ... [Read More]
August 16, 2009
We are proud to add Grandmaster Elect Alex Lenderman, one of the rising young stars of US Chess, to our Training Videos from the Masters section. This summer, Alex earned all 3 GM norms in the span of less than 2 months, propelling himself into the top 30 in the US.
In his first video, Transitions Within A Chess Game, Alex goes over one of his recent games and ... [Read More]
In his first video, Transitions Within A Chess Game, Alex goes over one of his recent games and ... [Read More]
August 14, 2009
Check out another episode of viewer questions answered by FM Dennis Monokroussos. In this video Dennis goes over some key points in double rook endgames, and responds to a viewer question relating to Zombie Chess in the Advance ... [Read More]
August 11, 2009
If you have ever wanted to ask International Master and prolific video producer Greg Shahade a question... now is your chance! Anybody can submit a question between now and August 16th, at which point all forum members will vote on the top questions which will be asked by me to Greg on the air.
You only have until the end of the week so make sure to ... [Read More]
You only have until the end of the week so make sure to ... [Read More]
August 6, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos continues his Don't be a Zombie series with a video on the Sicilian. Dennis shows why players need to keep a fresh perspective on what's happening at the board. Don't be a zombie, watch the video ... [Read More]
July 31, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos' video this week is the beginning of a new "Don't Be A Zombie" series. This week's video, Openings, talks about what to do when you see an opening move you are unfamiliar with. He goes over several E- and D-pawn openings, and discusses how reacting like a zombie can get you into ... [Read More]
July 23, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos' newest video continues his exploration of endgames with an analysis of an an endgame with opposite colored bishops. These drawish positions require a lot of skill to secure victory. Be sure to check out Dennis' take on this classic endgame ... [Read More]
July 22, 2009
The Four Nations Chess League recognized Fide Master and ChessVideos.TV forum member Graham Morrison's analysis video GM John Emms v FM Graham Morrison as a co-winner of their "Best Annotated Game" award. Excerpt:
"Graham struck an excellent balance between analysis and explanation, and gives credit to his own thought processes, post-mortem ideas from both sides, and computer analysis, as well as giving some ... [Read More]
July 17, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos' (blog) video this week is a couple of very interesting endgame studies of a Good Knight vs a Bad Bishop. Test yourself and see if you can come up with the winning ideas, then watch as Dennis provides in-depth analysis of the ... [Read More]
July 11, 2009
Check out this week's video by FM Dennis Monokroussos (blog): A Battle of Imbalances. In this video, Dennis recounts a recent game where he has a superior position, but his opponent is putting the pressure on with a strong attack. He goes over the key decisions he makes in the game and analyzes whether they were good ideas or ... [Read More]
July 1, 2009
On July 13th the second Chessvideos.tv tournament is going to start!
It's a swiss tourney with a 10+10 time control. Everybody is welcome to join the fun!
If you want to sign up or just want to know more just visit the tournament ... [Read More]
It's a swiss tourney with a 10+10 time control. Everybody is welcome to join the fun!
If you want to sign up or just want to know more just visit the tournament ... [Read More]
June 25, 2009
Dennis is back with the eighth episode of his Viewer Questions series. Have a burning question? Submit your query and he may address it in a future ... [Read More]
June 20, 2009
FM Dennis Monkroussos has presented his final super-fast najdorf video this week, make sure to check it out: Super-Fast Najdorf, Part 6.
We are also very proud to announce the ECO Opening Database. While I admit this is not an original concept, I found that many other sites failed to provide a simple, powerful and easy to use interface to the 2000+ openings defined in the ECO. Our version features a simple and powerful search, integration with our ... [Read More]
We are also very proud to announce the ECO Opening Database. While I admit this is not an original concept, I found that many other sites failed to provide a simple, powerful and easy to use interface to the 2000+ openings defined in the ECO. Our version features a simple and powerful search, integration with our ... [Read More]
June 12, 2009
Dennis returns to the topic of his last video to further examine a theoretical novelty he had introduced and also present the main line of the 10.Bd3 Najdorf. Stay tuned for the conclusion of the Super-fast Najdorf series next ... [Read More]
June 6, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos' overview of the Sicilian Najdorf continues. In his newest video, Dennis covers most of the 6.Bg5 e6 7.f4 Be7 variation. This lesson is the penultimate video in the series, so make sure to watch it and then tune in next week for the conclusion of the Super-fast Najdorf!
In other news, we recently added a most viewed Hall of Fame to track the most popular videos of all time. Who knows, maybe you could be the next ... [Read More]
In other news, we recently added a most viewed Hall of Fame to track the most popular videos of all time. Who knows, maybe you could be the next ... [Read More]
May 29, 2009
FM Dennis Monokroussos continues his Super-fast Najdorf series with his coverage of the remainder of the Poisoned Pawn variation and 7...Qc7 and 7...Nbd7. This penultimate chapter of his series is a must-watch for players who reach the Sicilian with black or ... [Read More]
May 23, 2009
In a continuation of the Super Fast Najdorf series, FM Dennis Monokroussos presents Super Fast Najdorf, Part 3 where he covers 6.Bg5 Nbd7 and many of the lines within 6.Bg5 ... [Read More]
May 12, 2009
IM Greg Shahade continues his coverage of the US Chess Championship with round 3 and round 4 ... [Read More]
May 10, 2009
Check out IM Greg Shahade's round 2 coverage of the 2009 US Chess Championship, featuring exciting games from Top US Grandmasters Gata Kamsky, Hikaru Nakamura, and of course ChessVideos.TV contributor Josh Friedel among ... [Read More]
May 4, 2009
We have a flurry of new premium videos this week: GM Josh Friedel newest video discusses the topic of Defense, specifically how to defend against unsound attacks. Also, FM Dennis Monokroussos has 2 new videos, Keres-Botvinnik: The Fix is Out and Super-fast Sicilian, Part 1.
As a new feature, we now have added descriptions for all new premium videos, which you can find on our ... [Read More]
As a new feature, we now have added descriptions for all new premium videos, which you can find on our ... [Read More]
April 28, 2009
If you hadn't already noticed, the site is now faster than it has ever been. This is because we recently moved the server to a much larger and high performance host, and we a pleased to announce that performance problems are a thing of the past! We also have increased the speed for premium members, who now have dedicated bandwidth and 4x the speed of regular visitors. This means videos will load faster and seek faster, and performance is guaranteed even if the site is under load!
Speaking of videos, check out ... [Read More]
Speaking of videos, check out ... [Read More]
April 19, 2009
Pairings are posted and first contact has already been made by some of the contenders.
If you are one of the participants please make sure to contact your opponent and check the tournament thread for the pairings.
If you are interested in watching the games LIVE or even do a commentary visit the game schedule ... [Read More]
If you are one of the participants please make sure to contact your opponent and check the tournament thread for the pairings.
If you are interested in watching the games LIVE or even do a commentary visit the game schedule ... [Read More]
April 12, 2009
All you need is a FICS account and about 30 minutes of spare time a week.
The games will (probably) be played at a 15 + 0 time control and there will be approximately 10 rounds.
Registration open until April 15th.
For further information visit the tournament thread.
Players of all strength (including patzers *g*) are welcome ... [Read More]
The games will (probably) be played at a 15 + 0 time control and there will be approximately 10 rounds.
Registration open until April 15th.
For further information visit the tournament thread.
Players of all strength (including patzers *g*) are welcome ... [Read More]
April 10, 2009
In this video FM Dennis Monokroussos covers Keres-Bronstein, a training game from 1946 in which Keres offers a dubious gambit against Bronstein's Open Ruy. In addition to be a very interesting game with some neat tactical moments, Dennis discusses how one should meet surprises in known theoretical positions. Check it out: Dennis Monokroussos - Reacting to Opening Surprises
Also: The performance of our website was very slow between April 8th and early April 9th. We have fixed the problem and taken steps to ensure ... [Read More]
Also: The performance of our website was very slow between April 8th and early April 9th. We have fixed the problem and taken steps to ensure ... [Read More]
March 31, 2009
Check out the newest video by GM Josh Friedel, How to Not Lose a Won Game. In this video Josh goes over a complicated tactical ending against GM Julio Becerra, and gives some insight into the mind of a Grandmaster in a complex ... [Read More]
March 22, 2009
If you look over to the right, you will a new section entitled "Daily Most Watched." What is it? Every day we count up the number of unique viewers that watch each video, and the video with the highest count will get that coveted spot. So be sure to check out this new section everyday to make sure you keep up with the popular ... [Read More]
March 20, 2009
Be sure to check out Dennis Monokroussos newest video, Viewer Games Part 3, where he analyzes games submitted by ChessVideos.tv members. Submit your game here and you might find it analyzed in a future episode.
We also would be remiss not to mention forum member curtain's daily coverage of the European Individual Chess Championship. Be sure to check out his ... [Read More]
We also would be remiss not to mention forum member curtain's daily coverage of the European Individual Chess Championship. Be sure to check out his ... [Read More]
March 13, 2009
Our user base has grown considerably since we released some of our non-video features, and we are going to devote a few front page stories to highlighting these features over the next few weeks. First up: The Visualization Trainer.
Josh believes being able to visualize a chess board is important to improving and calculating tactics, so he designed 3 separate training aids to improve visualization. The first is the Square Color Quiz, ... [Read More]
Josh believes being able to visualize a chess board is important to improving and calculating tactics, so he designed 3 separate training aids to improve visualization. The first is the Square Color Quiz, ... [Read More]
February 28, 2009
Josh and I have worked long and hard and are proud to announce premium membership for this site. You can find more details about premium membership here, and if you just want to try it out there is a free 7 day trial for anybody.
If you previously donated to the site, we got you covered. Josh and I have extended complimentary premium memberships to all of you, and we will contact you individually with more details ... [Read More]
If you previously donated to the site, we got you covered. Josh and I have extended complimentary premium memberships to all of you, and we will contact you individually with more details ... [Read More]
February 27, 2009
Thanks to an excellent suggestion by forum member AndrewRun, we have added user tagging to our videos. Not sure what user tagging is? Check out a short video I recorded explaining what user tagging and why you should do it: Introduction to User ... [Read More]
February 17, 2009
Check out GM Josh Friedel's newest video, The Initiative: Part 2 where he recounts a game from the 2008 US Championships.
Also, don't forget to vote for the winners of the live commentary contest, the deadline is this ... [Read More]
Also, don't forget to vote for the winners of the live commentary contest, the deadline is this ... [Read More]
February 14, 2009
The contest has officially ended and it is time to vote. Choose your 3 top videos in the voting thread and help pick the winner of the $100 House of Staunton gift certificate. Need to catch up on the entries? Head over to the Contest Forum and check out the 13 entries. In other video news, our weekly contributor Dennis Monokroussos answered your questions this week with ... [Read More]
February 10, 2009
We are proud to welcome American Grandmaster Josh Friedel as the newest contributor to our Training Videos from the Masters series! Please check out his first video, The Initiative, and feel free to leave feedback. We will also soon have some other exciting announcements regarding out Training Videos from the Masters section, so stay ... [Read More]
February 1, 2009
Our site has been flooded with blitz live commentaries, yet we only have 4 entries into the live commentary contest so far. Of course we hope everybody continues to play many games to get the highest quality entry, but remember you have to submit your videos by February 5th! Once you have picked which video you want to enter, all you have to do is add it to the submission thread and you are in. Huge thanks to ... [Read More]
January 16, 2009
Since the start of ChessVideos.TV, live commentaries have been one of our most popular video formats. They combine the instruction of a strategy video with the excitement of live competition. Now we're holding a contest to find the next ChessVideos.TV live commentary star.
To enter, simply record a video of yourself playing a game of 5-0 (5 minutes, no increment) or faster blitz chess while commentating live. We want to see exciting games, so don't be shy about recording multiple videos to get the most interesting entry. If you are lower rated, don't worry! Chess is excited at ... [Read More]
To enter, simply record a video of yourself playing a game of 5-0 (5 minutes, no increment) or faster blitz chess while commentating live. We want to see exciting games, so don't be shy about recording multiple videos to get the most interesting entry. If you are lower rated, don't worry! Chess is excited at ... [Read More]
January 9, 2009
By my count 10 different users have posted videos in the last 5 days, including 4 masters (included in those is FM Dennis Monokroussos' latest: Viewer Questions, Episode 4, check it out!). Not bad for our site as we near our 2 year anniversary. Huge thanks to all our loyal viewers and those brave video posters.
In fact, we have been lucky enough to find an excellent sponsor for our next video contest, details will be coming soon. Please ... [Read More]
In fact, we have been lucky enough to find an excellent sponsor for our next video contest, details will be coming soon. Please ... [Read More]
January 7, 2009
We are always happy to add new members to our Master Hangout section, and we are pleased to introduce FM Graham Morrison as its new member. Thus far he has posted 2 game analysis videos, GM John Emms v FM Graham Morrison [41:13] and GM Alexandre Fier v FM Graham Morrison [33:45]. Be sure to check them out and leave some ... [Read More]
December 5, 2008
As you might have seen in Greg Shahade's most recent recap video of the USCL Semifinals, the finals for the US Chess League are this Saturday at 3pm EST. More details can be found at the US Chess League homepage. If you forgot some of the action this season head over our US Chess League Videos section to catch up.
In other news, we have another great video by FM Dennis Monokroussos where he ... [Read More]
In other news, we have another great video by FM Dennis Monokroussos where he ... [Read More]
November 12, 2008
Last week we asked you to post questions for FM Dennis Monokroussos, and in this week's video he answered them! Check out his Dennis' answers to your questions, episode 1. I recommend you also keep the list of questions open and follow along as Dennis goes through them.
Still have questions for Dennis? Just keep posting them in the question thread ... [Read More]
Still have questions for Dennis? Just keep posting them in the question thread ... [Read More]
November 7, 2008
Dennis is inviting all of our members to ask him chess related questions, and he will pick out the most interesting questions and answer them in a future video. Also be sure to check out his most recent video, Carlsen-Ivanchuk and the Vancura ... [Read More]
October 28, 2008
First take a look over to your left. You will see the left navigation bar has been updated, replacing forum links with Wiki links. This is a huge step up in terms of video organization, and a special thanks to Gentlewhisper, Boyhowdy, Gideon and all other Wiki contributors for their hard work.
In other forum news, there is an exciting match happening between CV.TV members, where teams of members have private forums to discuss strategy. As far as videos go, you ... [Read More]
In other forum news, there is an exciting match happening between CV.TV members, where teams of members have private forums to discuss strategy. As far as videos go, you ... [Read More]
October 10, 2008
We've just posted the first episode of FM Dennis Monokroussos' new series in which he analyzes games submitted by ChessVideos.TV members. In the video, Dennis examines five highly-instructive positions from submitted games. Dennis provides useful insights on the strategic aspects of endgame and middlegame play.
If you want Dennis to analyze one of your games, you should post the game score in PGN format in this thread. Each week Dennis ... [Read More]
If you want Dennis to analyze one of your games, you should post the game score in PGN format in this thread. Each week Dennis ... [Read More]
September 21, 2008
Congrats are in order for the winners of our short video contest: Svente in 1st for his video Workshop: Pawn Endings 1-1, TheSalesman in 2nd for his video Moments in Chess and KingsBlade in 3rd for the video Strategic Planning- Piece Quality. You can see the full detailed results here. Special ... [Read More]
September 13, 2008
ChessVideos.TV needs your help! We've received a bunch of great submissions to the short video contest, but we're depending on you to determine the winner. If you haven't already done so, please vote. Voting closes tomorrow, September 14, so make sure your voice is heard. Also, if you want to share your thoughts about the entries, please contribute to the contest's discussion ... [Read More]
August 29, 2008
Thanks to everybody for entering our short video contest. We have 12 excellent entries, and its up to our forum members decide the winner! Visit the short contest voting page to submit your votes, or comment about the videos in the short video contest open discussion thread. You have until September 14th to place your votes, so make sure to watch all the entries and submit your vote before then!
In other forum news, our ... [Read More]
In other forum news, our ... [Read More]
August 23, 2008
Only one day left to submit a short video for our newest contest. We're giving away five prizes, including $100, $50, and $25 gift certificates to wholesalechess.com! Even if you've never recorded a video before, this is your chance to get in on the action. The maximum length is 15 minutes, so you still have time to assemble an ... [Read More]
August 18, 2008
Only one week left to enter your videos into our short video contest. 5 prizes will be given out, including $100, $50 and $25 gift certificates to the chess megastore wholesalechess.com, which are some pretty awesome prizes!
Never made a video before? Over 100 different users have recorded and uploaded videos to ... [Read More]
Never made a video before? Over 100 different users have recorded and uploaded videos to ... [Read More]
August 5, 2008
Since our Video Lesson Contest was such as success, we've decided to launch a Short Video Contest. Since some of our favorite videos have been ones with short and easy to digest content, we decided to encourage the production of mini chess lessons. The contest requirement is that the maximum length of an entry is 15 minutes. Creativity is encouraged! The prizes are gift certificates to WholesaleChess.com, a chess superstore that ships ... [Read More]
July 14, 2008
FM Ingvar Johannesson has posted his first video in which he analyzes a game played by a forum member. In this month's edition, Johannesson analyzes a game between Clive Waters (forum member Pobble) and Grandmaster Nigel Davies. This game was played in the Blackpool Congress 2008. If you want your games considered for next edition of this series please send your games to zibbit@chess.com as .pgn ... [Read More]
July 10, 2008
Forum member Robofriven conducted this interview.
If you've been to this site for more than 30 seconds I'm sure you've seen the name Kingsblade somewhere. He was the second place winner in the Chess video lesson contest with his Beginner's tips and resources video. He is active in every branch of the forum and makes very entertaining videos ranging from introductions to computer programs, to live commentaries. And above ... [Read More]
If you've been to this site for more than 30 seconds I'm sure you've seen the name Kingsblade somewhere. He was the second place winner in the Chess video lesson contest with his Beginner's tips and resources video. He is active in every branch of the forum and makes very entertaining videos ranging from introductions to computer programs, to live commentaries. And above ... [Read More]
July 1, 2008
Icelandic FM Ingvar Johannesson (forum member Zibbit) has posted the 4th video in his Icelandic miniatures series. In this installment we have a look at a game from legendary Icelandic GM and former president of FIDE, Fridrik Olafsson. Olafsson punishes an inaccuracy in the Sicilian very nicely and gives us a nice lesson in handling the initiative. Have a look at the game ... [Read More]
June 25, 2008
This week's offering from FM Dennis Monokroussos is a lesson on playing against the Alekhine's Defense. Dennis presents three games in his preferred line against 1...Nf6. While this is required viewing for 1.e4 players, advocates of other white openings will also enjoy the lecture. ... [Read More]
June 17, 2008
This week Dennis analyzes a quiet approach to the Najdorf. The opening of the game is relatively peaceful, but the analysis is a ... [Read More]
June 12, 2008
Icelandic FM Ingvar Johannesson, also known as Zibbit, has posted the third video in his series "Icelandic miniatures." This time he takes a look at a neat game played in 1962 in which white gambits a pawn in the opening and then finishes off his attack with a nice combination.
Watch the video ... [Read More]
Watch the video ... [Read More]
June 10, 2008
In this week's video, Dennis analyzes a wild and woolly game he played against FM Alexander Stamnov. The video deals with subjects ranging from dealing with opening surprises to maintaining one's cool under pressure. This video is a must ... [Read More]
June 1, 2008
Icelandic FM Ingvar Johannesson has posted his second installment in his "Icelandic miniatures" series. In this installment, FM Johannesson, also known as Zibbit, analyzes a quick victory by white in the Halloween Attack.
The game is part of a series from Zibbit in which he examines "miniatures," which are short games of about 20-25 moves in which there is a ... [Read More]
The game is part of a series from Zibbit in which he examines "miniatures," which are short games of about 20-25 moves in which there is a ... [Read More]
May 31, 2008
A new video from Dennis is available here. The lesson is an examination of a recent game Dennis played in the King's Gambit Declined and features a number of nifty tactics.
Also, for all you Luis Coelho fans out there, we're soon going to have fresh videos from the man himself! This means we'll have weekly training videos from both Dennis and Luis. That's two FREE lectures per week. This is due to the continuing success of our Premium ... [Read More]
Also, for all you Luis Coelho fans out there, we're soon going to have fresh videos from the man himself! This means we'll have weekly training videos from both Dennis and Luis. That's two FREE lectures per week. This is due to the continuing success of our Premium ... [Read More]
May 29, 2008
The judges have spoken and the U.S. Chess League game of the year is Sammour-Kuljasevic! The game, which Sammour-Hasbun won, featured an exciting knight sacrifice in the opening followed by a ferocious counterattack. Go here to find out why the judges chose the game as the year's best. Dennis has posted an excellent analysis of the ... [Read More]
May 1, 2008
Check out the video for the #4 game in the Game of the Week countdown for the US Chess League, Christiansen-Wolff . Visit the official USCL blog post about the game for more details.
Also, congratulations to Dennis Monokroussos for achieving the title of FIDE Master with his excellent recent return to tournament ... [Read More]
Also, congratulations to Dennis Monokroussos for achieving the title of FIDE Master with his excellent recent return to tournament ... [Read More]
April 23, 2008
We've posted Dennis Monokroussos' analysis of Bhat-Nakamura, the USCL 5th place Game of the Year. Bhat stages a ferocious comeback, and his effort earned the game first place in the U.S. Chess League Game of the Year fan poll. The judges awarded the game 5th place. Watch the video to see Dennis' thoughts!
You can also watch Dennis' video analyzing ... [Read More]
You can also watch Dennis' video analyzing ... [Read More]
April 11, 2008
Watch Dennis analyze an old tournament game he played against Philip Colbert. The game was a Maroczy Bind with some wild moves. On top of that, there's an interesting discussion of the early middlegame. Make sure to check it ... [Read More]
April 3, 2008
We've posted a new video from Dennis in which he analyzes the games Milman-Burnett and Friedel-Serper, ranked 8 and 9 in the U.S. Chess League Game of the Year standings respectively. Milman-Burnett is especially entertaining, and one that Dennis describes as making "a pleasing aesthetic ... [Read More]