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August 3, 2010
As always, for feedback and recommendations, go to the forum!
This week's ChessVideos Classic is Calm's recap of his first First Saturday game, featuring some tremendous insights about playing against strong opposition and openings as well as a complicated game.
Want to see a certain video? Ask for it in the video request thread!
The recent ... [Read More]
This week's ChessVideos Classic is Calm's recap of his first First Saturday game, featuring some tremendous insights about playing against strong opposition and openings as well as a complicated game.
Want to see a certain video? Ask for it in the video request thread!
The recent ... [Read More]
August 2, 2010
This week we've got a tournament recap from Calm. His video, FS-IMA Nov 09 R1, is an example of the amazing combination of chess analysis and personal insight that a tournament recap video can provide. In the video he describes the tournament (a First Saturday Tournament in Budapest), explains his reasons for playing, his overall tournament strategy, and then analyzes his first round game against IM Sandor Farago. Coming in at just over an hour, this is an EPIC. Make sure to stop by and give calm some love for his ... [Read More]
July 31, 2010
Many of you came to the website yesterday for the weekly premium video by FM Dennis Monokroussos, and had trouble following the video because the sound volume was very low.
We have gone back and amplified the sound, and you should now be able to enjoy the video if you had trouble yesterday: Viewer Games - ... [Read More]
We have gone back and amplified the sound, and you should now be able to enjoy the video if you had trouble yesterday: Viewer Games - ... [Read More]
July 30, 2010
FM Dennis Monokroussos goes over your games in this week's video, Viewer Games - July 2010.
Most of the games are very aggressive and attacking games, so if that is your style of chess you should not miss this video! In addition, he also gives some advice for dealing with the English Opening.
As always, please leave your feedback right in the video ... [Read More]
Most of the games are very aggressive and attacking games, so if that is your style of chess you should not miss this video! In addition, he also gives some advice for dealing with the English Opening.
As always, please leave your feedback right in the video ... [Read More]
July 28, 2010
In the conclusion to his series on the ...Na6 King's Indian, Renier takes a look at complications arising from a well-timed c5 advance by white. The lesson has definite appeal for King's Indian players, but is also enjoyable for those of you interested in how a high-level player dissects a complicated opening position. Take a ... [Read More]
July 27, 2010
Best of the Week time, back with our 27th overview of the cvtv community. As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Our cvtv classic this week is curtains vs Zibbit, recorded live from both sides.
Fm Charles Galofre is back! He continues his Real Men Play Chess 960 with part ... [Read More]
Our cvtv classic this week is curtains vs Zibbit, recorded live from both sides.
Fm Charles Galofre is back! He continues his Real Men Play Chess 960 with part ... [Read More]
July 25, 2010
For this installment, I'd like to feature one of the all-time great ChessVideos match-ups: a game between FM Zibbit and IM Curtains, two of the strongest players on the site. They were randomly paired on ICC and happened to both be making live commentaries. Watch Zibbit's take first and then see what Curtains had to say about the game. I don't want to give anything away, but the thrilling game generated a lot of interesting, and at times hilarious, ... [Read More]
July 23, 2010
Hope you're ready for some fireworks, because this week Dennis brings you Tactics in the Benoni! Dennis looks at one of his games from back in the day and uses it to explore the tactical insanity that has made the Benoni (in)famous. This is deep opening / early middlegame analysis at it's finest. Bring your thinking ... [Read More]
July 20, 2010
In this week's lesson, IM Castellanos continues his discussion of the ...Na6 King's Indian with an analysis of Gelfand - Radjabov. The game features some very nice center/queenside play from black and a positionally rich middlegame. Check it out, and let us know what you ... [Read More]
July 20, 2010
Back for Best of the Week! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Our Classic this week is Bkildahl's Why I play what I play. Augelmo's version of Why I play what I play is there for your viewing pleasure too!
The ... [Read More]
Our Classic this week is Bkildahl's Why I play what I play. Augelmo's version of Why I play what I play is there for your viewing pleasure too!
The ... [Read More]
July 18, 2010
This time around we have a classic from ChessVideos all-star BKildahl. He hasn't been around too much lately, but he's recorded some of the best videos on the site and was a real master of the live commentary genre. But one of my favorite BKildahl videos was his "Why I Play What I Play", a discussion of his opening choices. The video sparked some good discussion and it's the kind of thing I'd like to see a lot more. Opening choices can be very personal and it's really enjoyable to see BKildahl share his thoughts ... [Read More]
July 16, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis takes a look at Reshevsky - Vaganian, 1976, a brilliant win by black in a French Defense. The game reveals how black can undermine and eventually destroy white's feared central pawn wedge in the French Defense. If you play against the French, be warned! If you play the French, be ... [Read More]
July 12, 2010
As the heat of summer begins in Europe and America, the World Cup ends and chessvideos.tv is still here to deliver chess enjoyment. This week we have a new feature and the usual high-quality batch of videos! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
First up, our new feature. The Chessvideos.tv Classics series will feature one classic video per week. This week's choice is katar's 1.e4 e5 series. Look forward to ... [Read More]
First up, our new feature. The Chessvideos.tv Classics series will feature one classic video per week. This week's choice is katar's 1.e4 e5 series. Look forward to ... [Read More]
July 12, 2010
In this new series we'll be featuring classic videos. Whether wild live commentaries, well-produced game analysis, or top-level training tips, these videos represent the very best ChessVideos.TV has to offer. More importantly, this feature is a way to highlight content that may have been lost (or at least partially buried) in the sands of time.
Our first feature will highlight a classic series Katar made covering a COMPLETE opening repertoire for black featuring 1.e4 e5. Katar's incredible 4.5 hour series is one of the best ever posted on this site. Check out the ... [Read More]
Our first feature will highlight a classic series Katar made covering a COMPLETE opening repertoire for black featuring 1.e4 e5. Katar's incredible 4.5 hour series is one of the best ever posted on this site. Check out the ... [Read More]
July 11, 2010
In this week's lesson Renier discusses opening theory in the complicated Najdorf Sicilian. He analyzes the game Short - Bruzon from the 2010 Capablanca Memorial Tournament. The struggle features opposite side castling, dynamic middle game play, and a tactical endgame. Check it ... [Read More]
July 9, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis answers more of your questions! He discusses how to study openings as well as blundering and how to deal with time trouble. He also follows up on his most recent video and answers questions about the Budapest. There's also coverage of the Tal gambit in the Sicilian and the Caro-Kann. What are you waiting for? Watch ... [Read More]
July 6, 2010
We've got an exciting week to look at this time! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Round 5 of the CVTV tournament has come and gone. After beating augelmo last week, a white-hot Andrewrun on 4/4 took on Josh Specht, who was just half a point behind him. The crucial match of the tournament, with just one round left after round 5! Another ... [Read More]
Round 5 of the CVTV tournament has come and gone. After beating augelmo last week, a white-hot Andrewrun on 4/4 took on Josh Specht, who was just half a point behind him. The crucial match of the tournament, with just one round left after round 5! Another ... [Read More]
July 2, 2010
A few weeks ago Dennis showed you a sparkling black victory in the Budapest Defense. This week, Dennis presents some new analysis that suggests white may get the last word in the dreaded Drimer Rook Lift variation. Whether you're looking for important new theory in the Budapest or just a fun ride, this is a great ... [Read More]
June 30, 2010
In this week's lesson, Renier presents Beating the Petroff II, a continuation of his discussion on playing against one of black's trickier responses to 1.e4. This is must-watch for king pawn ... [Read More]
June 29, 2010
This time we have one and a half week of videos to look at. As the World Cup drags on, our game of kings doesn't seem ready to take a backseat! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
If you signed up for the Analysis Exchange, go post your analysis! If you aren't, you have some serious questions to answer! :p
With our CVTV Tournament in its fourth round, a load of videos were produced. First of all, the magnificent ... [Read More]
If you signed up for the Analysis Exchange, go post your analysis! If you aren't, you have some serious questions to answer! :p
With our CVTV Tournament in its fourth round, a load of videos were produced. First of all, the magnificent ... [Read More]
June 24, 2010
No, Dennis isn't talking about the King's Indian Defense or even parenting. Under-rated, tactically inclined and often booked-up, scholastic players pose a special challenge for the adult tournament player. In this week's lesson, Dennis looks at a couple of his recent games and talks about playing the opening against kids. And for those of you too young to vote or drive, Dennis even provides tips for your ... [Read More]
June 23, 2010
In this week's video IM Renier Castellanos shows us a sharp attack Radjabov played against Gelfand in the Petroff. Renier first discusses the opening and then moves on to describe how Radjabov broke down Gelfand's castled position. If you're a fan of attacking play, this video can't be missed! ... [Read More]
June 21, 2010
In this week's lesson Dennis takes a look at a brilliancy in the Budapest Defense. The game Svetushkin (2568) - Angelos Tzermiadianos (2233), Athens 2004, features sparkling play and tactical fireworks. Viewers with weak constitutions: consider yourselves ... [Read More]
June 15, 2010
Here we go again! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
First first, Renier Castellanos takes a look at La Roux - Vaisser, featuring an especially interesting middlegame. Renier discusses playing with and against a queenside majority.
First second, we need you! There's the wiki and the ... [Read More]
First first, Renier Castellanos takes a look at La Roux - Vaisser, featuring an especially interesting middlegame. Renier discusses playing with and against a queenside majority.
First second, we need you! There's the wiki and the ... [Read More]
June 15, 2010
In this week's video, Renier takes a look at a recent struggle from the French Team Championship. La Roux - Vaisser features the Rubinstein Variation of the French defense and has an especially interesting middlegame. Renier discusses playing with and against a queenside ... [Read More]
June 12, 2010
In this week's video, Dennis takes a look at some more viewer games. He covers a variety of openings, including the KID and the Chigorin variation of the Ruy Lopez. Dennis also covers key tactical and positional ... [Read More]
June 8, 2010
In this week's lesson, Renier takes a look at the recent tournament game Jakovenko - Jobava, 2010. The game is particularly interesting because it highlights the way that a queen and bishop can work together to form a potent attacking duo. Don't miss this instructive ... [Read More]
June 8, 2010
Best of the Week is back, despite my less than stable internet connection! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
The official analysis exchange has started, go check it out! We're also trying to create a chess blog index on our wiki. And we need people to help with the wiki in general! It's about ... [Read More]
The official analysis exchange has started, go check it out! We're also trying to create a chess blog index on our wiki. And we need people to help with the wiki in general! It's about ... [Read More]
June 4, 2010
In this week's lesson, FM Dennis Monokroussos takes a look at part 2 of Shulman - Kamsky from the just concluded 2010 U.S. Championship. Dennis continues to examine Kamsky's provocative Gruenfeld line as well as Shulman's reply and a number of other possible moves. If you're into intense opening and early-middlegame analysis, this can't be ... [Read More]
June 1, 2010
In this week's lesson, Renier looks at attacking when players have castled on opposite sides. The featured game is a tense Sicilian Khan featuring pawn storms on both sides. Kick back and enjoy the ride! ... [Read More]
June 1, 2010
Another week full of videos! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Several big things on the horizon for cvtv! First of all, the cvtv tourney has just started, so don't forget to message your opponent. Pairings and results can be found here. Second, Josh is going to revive the Analysis Exchange, in which players will be paired to analyse a game of their partner. Look out for the thread, it should be up soon! Third, Josh is in ... [Read More]
Several big things on the horizon for cvtv! First of all, the cvtv tourney has just started, so don't forget to message your opponent. Pairings and results can be found here. Second, Josh is going to revive the Analysis Exchange, in which players will be paired to analyse a game of their partner. Look out for the thread, it should be up soon! Third, Josh is in ... [Read More]
May 30, 2010
This is your last chance to qualify for the premium membership drawing for visitors who complete the ChessVideos.TV member survey! Not only do people who complete the survey help make ChessVideos a better place, but ten random survey-completers will receive a one month premium membership. The drawing will be held on June 1st and based on everyone who completed the survey in May. For us and for yourself, make sure to fill out the ... [Read More]
May 29, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis takes a look at the quad final game between Yury Shulman and Gata Kamsky from the just concluded 2010 U.S. Championship. Dennis discusses the game's opening and challenges the viewers to analyze the resulting middlegame position. Next week Dennis will provide his thoughts. Don't miss this lesson and make sure to tune in next week as ... [Read More]
May 26, 2010
We've just announced some prizes for the third ChessVideos.TV member tournament! Prizes will be awarded as follows:
1st: 4 premium membership months
2nd: 2 premium membership months
3rd: 1 premium membership month
If you're looking for good fun and a chance at some free premium months, don't hesitate to sign-up ... [Read More]
1st: 4 premium membership months
2nd: 2 premium membership months
3rd: 1 premium membership month
If you're looking for good fun and a chance at some free premium months, don't hesitate to sign-up ... [Read More]
May 25, 2010
In this week's lesson, Renier takes a look at the recent game Timofeev - Gustaffson. The game featured a tense struggle in the Spanish Game and some sacrificial play. Tune in and check it ... [Read More]
May 25, 2010
Big news this week! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
First of all, cvtv thinks you're important, so Josh created a member survey. All members still where they belong? Good, then you should have no troubles completing the survey. And 10 randomly selected participants (ie me, me, me, me and, ok I bet you saw that joke coming, I apologize :D) get to enjoy one free premium month! All kidding aside, 1 free premium month for 10 ... [Read More]
First of all, cvtv thinks you're important, so Josh created a member survey. All members still where they belong? Good, then you should have no troubles completing the survey. And 10 randomly selected participants (ie me, me, me, me and, ok I bet you saw that joke coming, I apologize :D) get to enjoy one free premium month! All kidding aside, 1 free premium month for 10 ... [Read More]
May 22, 2010
Forum member JWhis is running the third ChessVideos.TV Member tournament! If you're interested in participating, read the official thread and send JWhis a PM with your forum name, FICS username, country, and statement of intent to participate. Scheduling for games is extremely flexible, but make sure you're able to commit to a weekly game for six weeks before entering. Stay tuned for details on some official ChessVideos.TV ... [Read More]
May 21, 2010
Viewer games having been throughly analyzed, this week FM Dennis Monokroussos sets his sights on the ongoing US Championships, specifically Kamsky-Christiansen from round 5. From Dennis:
A great attacking game (or aggressive positional game, as Kamsky seemed to prefer to think of it) by the erstwhile world championship finalist. First Kamsky builds, then he induces ... [Read More]
May 19, 2010
In order to continue bringing you the best chess content we can, we're running a member survey. Answering the questions only takes a couple minutes and helps make ChessVideos.TV a better place. Ten randomly selected people who have completed the survey will receive a FREE Premium Membership month. Whether you want to suggest our next killer feature, let us know about a bug that has been driving you crazy, or just want to tell us thanks, the member survey is your big chance. Fill it out ... [Read More]
May 18, 2010
In this week's lesson Renier analyzes two recent Sicilians. Both games have sharp middlegames, with one featuring a king caught in the center. If you're a die-hard Sicilian fan or just someone looking for exciting play, make sure to check out Renier's newest ... [Read More]
May 18, 2010
This time we had a week filled to the brim with videos! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
After tying the exciting round 6 of Teamleague, our team is on the final meters in round 7 and looking to reach the playoffs!
It was not long after curtains had ended his coverage of the World Championship with ... [Read More]
After tying the exciting round 6 of Teamleague, our team is on the final meters in round 7 and looking to reach the playoffs!
It was not long after curtains had ended his coverage of the World Championship with ... [Read More]
May 17, 2010
Note: if you are currently a premium member, your rates *will not* increase. As long as you stay a premium member, your rate stays the same
ChessVideos has grown tremendously in the past year. Our archive has over 150 premium videos and we have two producers making weekly videos. We've also added position search (looking for a video about your favorite opening?) and downloads for your iPod/iPhone. To continue to provide great services and expand the content we ... [Read More]
ChessVideos has grown tremendously in the past year. Our archive has over 150 premium videos and we have two producers making weekly videos. We've also added position search (looking for a video about your favorite opening?) and downloads for your iPod/iPhone. To continue to provide great services and expand the content we ... [Read More]
May 15, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis continues his series on viewer games. He covers both tactical slugfests and strategic endgames. Make sure to check this one out and if you want Dennis to take a look at one of your games, post it ... [Read More]
May 11, 2010
In this week's lesson, IM Renier Castellanos examines the game Baklan - Burmakin, 2008 to tell us about attacking the castled king. The video features a great deal of excitement and intense middlegame analysis, so bring your thinking ... [Read More]
May 10, 2010
Week of the Best? We shall see! :D As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Cvtv is going strong! Our Teamleague team is successful so far in round 5, with chances to reach the playoffs. Cvtv legend KingsBlade returns for Beginners Back Rank Mate. JoshSpecht reviews Studying Chess Made Easy by Andrew ... [Read More]
Cvtv is going strong! Our Teamleague team is successful so far in round 5, with chances to reach the playoffs. Cvtv legend KingsBlade returns for Beginners Back Rank Mate. JoshSpecht reviews Studying Chess Made Easy by Andrew ... [Read More]
May 7, 2010
With all the excitement over the Anand-Topalov World Championship Match, its easy to lose focus on our own games. However, ChessVideos.TV contributor and FIDE Master Dennis Monokroussos did not fall into that trap! This week his video is Viewer Games, May Edition, where he goes over your submitted games and gives his expert analysis and advice.
Would you like your game analyzed in a ... [Read More]
Would you like your game analyzed in a ... [Read More]
May 4, 2010
In this week's lesson, Renier discusses a recent game in the Tarrasch variation of the French Defense. The game, Adams - Martinovic, features a favorite sideline of Adams' as well as a tactical ending. Check it ... [Read More]
May 3, 2010
Get ready to best the week! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Curtains has taken up commentating again, and this time he's doing Anand Topalov. Game Five and Six are up, look out for more! There's also a new video by NM augelmo!
After his fine ... [Read More]
Curtains has taken up commentating again, and this time he's doing Anand Topalov. Game Five and Six are up, look out for more! There's also a new video by NM augelmo!
After his fine ... [Read More]
May 1, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis teaches us about attacking the deserted king. He looks at both the finish of Anand-Topalov game 4 as well as an amazing attack Larry Christiansen executed against Yasser Seirawan. In both games the defender's pieces had deserted their monarch, leaving the king surprisingly vulnerable in a quiet looking position. ... [Read More]
April 29, 2010
Don't miss ChessVideos.TV's coverage of the Anand-Topalov World Chess Championship Match. Our featured video producer curtains (AKA International Master Greg Shahade) will be recording recaps of each day of action, with his own perspective on the match. He recaps each match without having seen the result, thus having a somewhat live perspective on the action without have to wait hours to see it all play out. It isn't exactly live, but if you can wait to see the result it is very rewarding! Click below to access the previous 2 games:
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April 27, 2010
A new week, a new Best of the Week! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Anand - Topalov got off to an exciting start, join in the discussion here. There's also rumors, spread by a certain "admin", involving curtains and commentaries on the games played in Sofia! Other tournament related news: Round three has come and gone for our TL team, results and games ... [Read More]
Anand - Topalov got off to an exciting start, join in the discussion here. There's also rumors, spread by a certain "admin", involving curtains and commentaries on the games played in Sofia! Other tournament related news: Round three has come and gone for our TL team, results and games ... [Read More]
April 22, 2010
In this week's lesson Dennis examines a recent game from the 2010 Vietnamese Championship. The sharp struggle between Bui Vinh and Nguyen Huynh Minh Huy provides an excellent illustration of the long term sacrifice. Don't miss some excellent analysis and chess journalism from ... [Read More]
April 21, 2010
IM Renier Castellanos is back this week with another video! This week he tries a different sort of lesson by looking in depth into a specific opening, the French Defense. Check out Beating The French and remember to leave all of your questions, comments and other feedback right in the ... [Read More]
April 19, 2010
Best of the Week prevails over the chaos that is this moderators schedule and returns with a special double feature! (Well, we missed last week so we just have two of them :-p). As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
Teamleague has started and our cvtv team got off to a good start with a 3-1 victory in the first round. To keep up with the results and games of round 2 visit the forum!
With Anand ... [Read More]
Teamleague has started and our cvtv team got off to a good start with a 3-1 victory in the first round. To keep up with the results and games of round 2 visit the forum!
With Anand ... [Read More]
April 16, 2010
In this week's video, Dennis provides a valuable lesson on Rook endings. He covers what he refers to as the "umbrella," a strategy in which a player uses enemy pawns as a shield for their own king. Dennis covers a number of famous endgames including Capablanca - Tartakower, 1924, one of the most famous endgames of all time. Make sure to check this one ... [Read More]
April 14, 2010
In this week's video, Renier analyzes Meier - Polzin, 2010, a recent GM game featuring a slightly unusual line of the King's Indian. If you're a KID vet or even just curious about the opening, this one is a must ... [Read More]
April 9, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis responds to viewer questions and analyzes user-submitted games. Topics covered include attacking play, the Danish Gambit, and coping with lower-rated opponents. Don't miss Dennis' latest ... [Read More]
April 6, 2010
In this week's video, Renier Castellanos analyzes a 2007 game he played against Grandmaster Mihai Suba. The game features the Gallagher System in the King's Indian. Renier provides an excellent illustration of the power of the fianchettoed bishop in the middlegame. Make sure to check this one ... [Read More]
April 4, 2010
Let's see what we had in the basket this week! As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
As the Anand Topalov match is rapidly approaching, Claus Jensen decided to look at some of their old games. Part One and Part Two of an older game from 1993 and their game from 2005's Mtel Masters are certainly ... [Read More]
As the Anand Topalov match is rapidly approaching, Claus Jensen decided to look at some of their old games. Part One and Part Two of an older game from 1993 and their game from 2005's Mtel Masters are certainly ... [Read More]
April 2, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis provides a tribute to recently deceased Vasily Smyslov, a former world champion and one of the all time greats. Dennis examines a still-relevant idea Smyslov pioneered in the Grunfeld. So grab some popcorn, a cold one, and kick back and enjoy Dennis' discussion of Gligoric-Smyslov, Kiev (Yugoslavia-USSR match) ... [Read More]
March 31, 2010
I hope everybody had the chance to view Renier Castellanos' Introduction video from last week. If not, make sure to watch it within the next few weeks before it moves into the premium only archive.
This week he has posted a lesson on Opposite Color Bishops. Renier is enjoying all of your feedback and comments so don't forgot to leave him a note or ... [Read More]
This week he has posted a lesson on Opposite Color Bishops. Renier is enjoying all of your feedback and comments so don't forgot to leave him a note or ... [Read More]
March 30, 2010
We're looking back at a really busy week this time with lots of great threads and videos. As always, for feedback and recommendations go to the forum!
The most important chess news last week was probably the saddest too: the death of ex world champion Vasily Smyslov and of course we had a thread about this event. Another important thread is the puzzle of the day. This is your ... [Read More]
The most important chess news last week was probably the saddest too: the death of ex world champion Vasily Smyslov and of course we had a thread about this event. Another important thread is the puzzle of the day. This is your ... [Read More]
March 26, 2010
In this week's lesson, Dennis takes a look at two similar endgames with divergent results. Both endgames arose from a Scotch opening and Dennis uses them to illustrate the long-term importance of small finesses. Turns out the little differences ... [Read More]
March 24, 2010
We are proud to welcome International Master Renier Castellanos to the ChessVideos.TV team! Formerly of Spain and now living in Montreal, Renier will be providing a weekly lesson in the Training Videos from the Masters Section. Check out his introductory lesson. Make sure to leave feedback, as he's anxious to hear your ... [Read More]
March 23, 2010
And now for something completely Best of the Week. Remember to tell us about videos you liked here!
For Teamleague, we're still looking for players for a possible second cvtv team for the under 2000 section. If you're interested please post!
On the forums we had a really interesting endgame from one of gooeyjim's games. Think a King and two Knights ending is a draw? Not if your opponent ... [Read More]
For Teamleague, we're still looking for players for a possible second cvtv team for the under 2000 section. If you're interested please post!
On the forums we had a really interesting endgame from one of gooeyjim's games. Think a King and two Knights ending is a draw? Not if your opponent ... [Read More]
March 19, 2010
In this week's premium video by FM Dennis Monokroussos, he takes a look at Gelfand-Kramnik in the recent Amber tournament. Dennis takes 2 looks at the game, first a quick overview, then an in depth look to pinpoint exactly where black went ... [Read More]
March 16, 2010
Slightly late this time, we're going to take a look at what was going on last week for the 10th time now. As always, go here to tell us about your favorites.
Teamleague 42 is starting on April 6th and chessvideos.tv is going to field a team again. If you want to join the team go here! Meanwhile, the Amber Rapid and Blindfold tournament has been going on and Magnus Carlsen's opening choice of a3 ... [Read More]
Teamleague 42 is starting on April 6th and chessvideos.tv is going to field a team again. If you want to join the team go here! Meanwhile, the Amber Rapid and Blindfold tournament has been going on and Magnus Carlsen's opening choice of a3 ... [Read More]
March 12, 2010
In this week's video Dennis answers more of your questions. He's got further coverage of the perennial bishop vs. knight debate as well as discussion of rook endings and the finer points of attacking chess. Make sure to check out Dennis' latest lesson ... [Read More]
March 9, 2010
And we are back for Best of the Week! Any suggestions? Post here and tell us about your favorite videos and threads!
The forums have been exceptionally busy and there were many passionate and interesting discussions going on. The merits and disadvatages of ebooks,
the Hippo, the KID, an ... [Read More]
The forums have been exceptionally busy and there were many passionate and interesting discussions going on. The merits and disadvatages of ebooks,
the Hippo, the KID, an ... [Read More]
March 5, 2010
This week, FM Dennis Monokroussos analyzes a recent Grandmaster game which concluded in a bishop vs knight ending in: A Textbook Bishop vs. Knight Ending? In the video Dennis goes over some key concepts in B v N endgames, and highlights how each piece should be used to try and gain the advantage.
PS: I recommend you pay attention and watch a little slower than usual to get the most out of this ... [Read More]
PS: I recommend you pay attention and watch a little slower than usual to get the most out of this ... [Read More]
March 1, 2010
In the Chess Articles section, we've posted two new book reviews. Josh Specht examines Maurice Ashley's The Most Valuable Skills in Chess and John Nunn's Understanding Chess Endgames. Ashley's book is targeted toward beginning players and focuses on the elements of tactics, while Nunn's endgame book is a ... [Read More]
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 20, 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 13, 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 11, 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 29, 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]