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E-DVD Endgames with Dvoretsky – IM Mark Dvoretsky and GM Jan Gustafsson
Catalog Code: E-DVD0002C24
IM Mark Dvoretsky is arguably the world’s best chess coach and we’re honored that the trainer of many world-class players. On his first DVD for Chess24.com, Mark is joined the GM Gustafsson to discuss Endgame mastery. Endgames are tough, and it makes them even tougher if you spend your training trying to memorize positions that might occur only once or twice in your playing career. On this eDVD, Mark instead focuses on guiding principles that we can immediately start to implement in our own games.
IM Mark Dvoretsky is arguably the world’s best chess coach and we’re honored that the trainer of many world-class players. On his first DVD for Chess24.com, Mark is joined the GM Gustafsson to discuss Endgame mastery. Endgames are tough, and it makes them even tougher if you spend your training trying to memorize positions that might occur only once or twice in your playing career. On this eDVD, Mark instead focuses on guiding principles that we can immediately start to implement in our own games.
E-DVD Endgames with Dvoretsky – IM Mark Dvoretsky and GM Jan Gustafsson
$10.95
E-DVD Exploring Rook Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 160 - 2 DVDs
Presented by GM Bryan Smith
Presented by GM Bryan Smith
Catalog Code: E-DVD0160CL
Rook endings are among the most difficult in chess. Rook and Pawn endings have their own special rules and a special way of calculation. Bryan examines various rook endings resulting from different openings played through to conclusion. Learn what to think about and step by step how to assess the board.
Rook endings are among the most difficult in chess. Rook and Pawn endings have their own special rules and a special way of calculation. Bryan examines various rook endings resulting from different openings played through to conclusion. Learn what to think about and step by step how to assess the board.
E-DVD Exploring Rook Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 160 - 2 DVDs
$39.95
Exploring Rook Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 160 - 2 DVDs
Presented by GM Bryan Smith
Presented by GM Bryan Smith
Catalog Code: DVD0160CL
Rook endings are among the most difficult in chess. Rook and Pawn endings have their own special rules and a special way of calculation. Bryan examines various rook endings resulting from different openings played through to conclusion. Learn what to think about and step by step how to assess the board.
Rook endings are among the most difficult in chess. Rook and Pawn endings have their own special rules and a special way of calculation. Bryan examines various rook endings resulting from different openings played through to conclusion. Learn what to think about and step by step how to assess the board.
Exploring Rook Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 160 - 2 DVDs
$49.95
Rubinstein’s Great Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 137
Catalog Code: DVD0137CL
In this series Bryan shows us Rubinstein playing against world class players in a variety of openings showcasing his brilliant play which is often called a work of art for its simplicity and technique.
In this series Bryan shows us Rubinstein playing against world class players in a variety of openings showcasing his brilliant play which is often called a work of art for its simplicity and technique.
Rubinstein’s Great Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 137
$49.95
E-DVD Rubinstein’s Great Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 137
Catalog Code: E-DVD0137CL
In this series Bryan shows us Rubinstein playing against world class players in a variety of openings showcasing his brilliant play which is often called a work of art for its simplicity and technique.
In this series Bryan shows us Rubinstein playing against world class players in a variety of openings showcasing his brilliant play which is often called a work of art for its simplicity and technique.
E-DVD Rubinstein’s Great Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 137
$39.95
The Fischer Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 139
Catalog Code: DVD0139CL
In this DVD Jesse shows us examples of the endgame he is so well known for. The endgame consists of a rook, bishop and pawns against a rook, knight and pawns and has sometimes been called the "Fischer Endgame". Named because of three instructive wins by Fischer (with the bishop) in 1970 and 1971 over Mark Taimanov One of the games the 1970 Interzonal the other two were in their 1971 quarter-final candidates match.
In this DVD Jesse shows us examples of the endgame he is so well known for. The endgame consists of a rook, bishop and pawns against a rook, knight and pawns and has sometimes been called the "Fischer Endgame". Named because of three instructive wins by Fischer (with the bishop) in 1970 and 1971 over Mark Taimanov One of the games the 1970 Interzonal the other two were in their 1971 quarter-final candidates match.
The Fischer Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 139
$19.95
E-DVD The Fischer Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 139
Catalog Code: E-DVD0139CL
In this DVD Jesse shows us examples of the endgame he is so well known for. The endgame consists of a rook, bishop and pawns against a rook, knight and pawns and has sometimes been called the "Fischer Endgame". Named because of three instructive wins by Fischer (with the bishop) in 1970 and 1971 over Mark Taimanov One of the games the 1970 Interzonal the other two were in their 1971 quarter-final candidates match.
In this DVD Jesse shows us examples of the endgame he is so well known for. The endgame consists of a rook, bishop and pawns against a rook, knight and pawns and has sometimes been called the "Fischer Endgame". Named because of three instructive wins by Fischer (with the bishop) in 1970 and 1971 over Mark Taimanov One of the games the 1970 Interzonal the other two were in their 1971 quarter-final candidates match.
E-DVD The Fischer Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 139
$14.95
Chess Endgame Domination - EMPIRE CHESS
Catalog Code: DVD0083EP
In this 3 hour DVD, Grandmaster Maxim Dlugy breaks down all the key components in chess endgame strategy. You will learn how to control key squares, which pieces to prefer, when it will help you to exchange off a pair of Rooks as well as how to provoke weaknesses in your opponent’s position and ensure there are none in yours!
In this 3 hour DVD, Grandmaster Maxim Dlugy breaks down all the key components in chess endgame strategy. You will learn how to control key squares, which pieces to prefer, when it will help you to exchange off a pair of Rooks as well as how to provoke weaknesses in your opponent’s position and ensure there are none in yours!
Chess Endgame Domination - EMPIRE CHESS
$34.95
Endgame Pointers, Positions and Problem Solving - Chess Lecture - Volume 117
by IM David Vigorito
by IM David Vigorito
Catalog Code: DVD0117CL
It’s often difficult to put your opponent away in the end game. David gives you tips on what to think about, and brings to light the psychological as well as tactical advantages you can bring to play. Bonus: En passant, stalemate and pawn promotion all of which are endgame tools explained.
It’s often difficult to put your opponent away in the end game. David gives you tips on what to think about, and brings to light the psychological as well as tactical advantages you can bring to play. Bonus: En passant, stalemate and pawn promotion all of which are endgame tools explained.
Endgame Pointers, Positions and Problem Solving - Chess Lecture - Volume 117
$19.95
E-DVD Endgame Pointers, Positions and Problem Solving - Chess Lecture - Volume 117
by IM David Vigorito
by IM David Vigorito
Catalog Code: E-DVD0117CL
It’s often difficult to put your opponent away in the end game. David gives you tips on what to think about, and brings to light the psychological as well as tactical advantages you can bring to play. Bonus: En passant, stalemate and pawn promotion all of which are endgame tools explained.
It’s often difficult to put your opponent away in the end game. David gives you tips on what to think about, and brings to light the psychological as well as tactical advantages you can bring to play. Bonus: En passant, stalemate and pawn promotion all of which are endgame tools explained.
E-DVD Endgame Pointers, Positions and Problem Solving - Chess Lecture - Volume 117
$14.95
Karpov Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 96
Hosted by GM Jesse Kraai
Hosted by GM Jesse Kraai
Catalog Code: DVD0096CL
Anatoly Karpov was the 12th world champion and is considered by many to be one of the greatest players of all time. His tournament successes include over 160 first-place finishes. He had a peak Elo rating of 2780, and his 90 total months at world number one is second all-all time just behind Garry Kasparov.
Anatoly Karpov was the 12th world champion and is considered by many to be one of the greatest players of all time. His tournament successes include over 160 first-place finishes. He had a peak Elo rating of 2780, and his 90 total months at world number one is second all-all time just behind Garry Kasparov.
Karpov Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 96
$19.95
E-DVD Karpov Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 96
Hosted by GM Jesse Kraai
Hosted by GM Jesse Kraai
Catalog Code: E-DVD0096CL
Anatoly Karpov was the 12th world champion and is considered by many to be one of the greatest players of all time. His tournament successes include over 160 first-place finishes. He had a peak Elo rating of 2780, and his 90 total months at world number one is second all-all time just behind Garry Kasparov.
Anatoly Karpov was the 12th world champion and is considered by many to be one of the greatest players of all time. His tournament successes include over 160 first-place finishes. He had a peak Elo rating of 2780, and his 90 total months at world number one is second all-all time just behind Garry Kasparov.
E-DVD Karpov Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 96
$14.95
CHESSDVDS.COM IN SPANISH - WINNING CHESS THE EASY WAY - #8 - Essential Basic Endgames - VOL. 5
Catalog Code: DVD0005ES
It is Essential to know how to play and win your Endgames. In fact, the Endgames are more essential to learn than Openings. In Chapter 1 of this DVD, Susan will cover all the most important basic endgames for the novice player. She will teach you how to checkmate a lone King using a Queen, a Rook, two Bishops, a Knight and Bishop, or two Knights. In Chapter 2, Susan covers all the Basic Pawn Endgames, including the Square Rule, the Rook Pawn, Opposition, Geometry in chess, two extra Pawns, the Pawn Race, one side Queens first, King activity, and lots more!
It is Essential to know how to play and win your Endgames. In fact, the Endgames are more essential to learn than Openings. In Chapter 1 of this DVD, Susan will cover all the most important basic endgames for the novice player. She will teach you how to checkmate a lone King using a Queen, a Rook, two Bishops, a Knight and Bishop, or two Knights. In Chapter 2, Susan covers all the Basic Pawn Endgames, including the Square Rule, the Rook Pawn, Opposition, Geometry in chess, two extra Pawns, the Pawn Race, one side Queens first, King activity, and lots more!
CHESSDVDS.COM IN SPANISH - WINNING CHESS THE EASY WAY - #8 - Essential Basic Endgames - VOL. 5
$19.95
Fighting in the Endgame - The four major principles to winning the endgame - EMPIRE CHESS
Catalog Code: DVD0046EP
Too many games end in either premature draw offers or resignations. Fighting in the endgame is a skill that can help players rack up those extra points. Alisa Melekhina analyzes two of her own games, one in which she drew a pawn down, and another in which she pulled off a win in an equal rook ending.
Too many games end in either premature draw offers or resignations. Fighting in the endgame is a skill that can help players rack up those extra points. Alisa Melekhina analyzes two of her own games, one in which she drew a pawn down, and another in which she pulled off a win in an equal rook ending.
Fighting in the Endgame - The four major principles to winning the endgame - EMPIRE CHESS
$14.95
Smyslov Endgames - Complete Set - 3 DVDs - Chess Lecture
Catalog Code: DVD484950CL
GM Jesse Kraai reviews Vassily Smyslov, one of his favorite players of all time. Jesse claims studying Smyslov’s endgames helped him to become a Grandmaster.Vasily Vasilyevich Smyslov (Russian March 24, 1921 – 27 March 2010) was a Soviet and Russian Grandmaster and was World Chess Champion from 1957 to 1958. He was a Candidate for the World Chess Championship on eight times (1948, 1950, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1965, 1983, and 1985). Smyslov twice tied for first at the Soviet Championship (1949, 1955), and his total of 17 Chess Olympiad medals won is an all-time record. In five European Team Championships, Smyslov won ten gold medals.
GM Jesse Kraai reviews Vassily Smyslov, one of his favorite players of all time. Jesse claims studying Smyslov’s endgames helped him to become a Grandmaster.Vasily Vasilyevich Smyslov (Russian March 24, 1921 – 27 March 2010) was a Soviet and Russian Grandmaster and was World Chess Champion from 1957 to 1958. He was a Candidate for the World Chess Championship on eight times (1948, 1950, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1965, 1983, and 1985). Smyslov twice tied for first at the Soviet Championship (1949, 1955), and his total of 17 Chess Olympiad medals won is an all-time record. In five European Team Championships, Smyslov won ten gold medals.
Smyslov Endgames - Complete Set - 3 DVDs - Chess Lecture
$55.95
Capablanca in the Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 61
Catalog Code: DVD0061CL
José Raúl Capablanca was a Cuban chess player and World Chess Champion from 1921 to 1927. Renowned as one of the greatest players of all time, Capablanca had exceptional endgame skill and clarity of thought that contributed to his exceptional speed of play. Over time his achievements in the chess world and mastery over the board and due to his relatively simple and direct style of play he was nicknamed the ''Human Chess Machine''.
José Raúl Capablanca was a Cuban chess player and World Chess Champion from 1921 to 1927. Renowned as one of the greatest players of all time, Capablanca had exceptional endgame skill and clarity of thought that contributed to his exceptional speed of play. Over time his achievements in the chess world and mastery over the board and due to his relatively simple and direct style of play he was nicknamed the ''Human Chess Machine''.
Capablanca in the Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 61
$15.95
E-DVD Capablanca in the Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 61
By IM Bill Paschall
By IM Bill Paschall
Catalog Code: E-DVD0061CL
José Raúl Capablanca was a Cuban chess player and World Chess Champion from 1921 to 1927. Renowned as one of the greatest players of all time, Capablanca had exceptional endgame skill and clarity of thought that contributed to his exceptional speed of play. Over time his achievements in the chess world and mastery over the board and due to his relatively simple and direct style of play he was nicknamed the ''Human Chess Machine''.
José Raúl Capablanca was a Cuban chess player and World Chess Champion from 1921 to 1927. Renowned as one of the greatest players of all time, Capablanca had exceptional endgame skill and clarity of thought that contributed to his exceptional speed of play. Over time his achievements in the chess world and mastery over the board and due to his relatively simple and direct style of play he was nicknamed the ''Human Chess Machine''.
E-DVD Capablanca in the Endgame - Chess Lecture - Volume 61
$9.95
E-DVD Complex Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 5
By IM Bryan Smith
By IM Bryan Smith
Catalog Code: E-DVD0005CL
IM Smith takes us through amazing and intricate endgames. Contains lectures on Alekhine's Defense, Modern Variation, 4...Bg4 and E78 King's Indian, Four Pawns Attack, with Be2 and Nf3.
IM Smith takes us through amazing and intricate endgames. Contains lectures on Alekhine's Defense, Modern Variation, 4...Bg4 and E78 King's Indian, Four Pawns Attack, with Be2 and Nf3.
E-DVD Complex Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 5
$14.95
Pawn Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 47
Catalog Code: DVD0047CL
IM John-Paul Wallace and GM Jesse Kraai and IM David Vigorito analyze endgames with pawns.
IM John-Paul Wallace and GM Jesse Kraai and IM David Vigorito analyze endgames with pawns.
Pawn Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 47
$49.95
E-DVD Pawn Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 47
by IM John-Paul Wallace, GM Jesse Kraai and IM David Vigorito
by IM John-Paul Wallace, GM Jesse Kraai and IM David Vigorito
Catalog Code: E-DVD0047CL
IM John-Paul Wallace and GM Jesse Kraai and IM David Vigorito analyze endgames with pawns.
IM John-Paul Wallace and GM Jesse Kraai and IM David Vigorito analyze endgames with pawns.
E-DVD Pawn Endgames - 2 DVDs - Chess Lecture - Volume 47
$39.95
Complex Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 5
Catalog Code: DVD0005CL
IM Bryan Smith grew up in Anchoarge, Alaska and now resides in Philadlephia, PA. His accomplishments include first in the 2008 National Chess Congress, first place in the 2008 King's Island Open and has won many other Grand Prix tournaments.
IM Bryan Smith grew up in Anchoarge, Alaska and now resides in Philadlephia, PA. His accomplishments include first in the 2008 National Chess Congress, first place in the 2008 King's Island Open and has won many other Grand Prix tournaments.
Complex Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 5
$19.95
Chess King's Complete Chess Course - Endgames
Catalog Code: DVD0012AK
Volume 3: Endgames. When few pieces are left on the board, knowing the proper procedures can spell the difference between victory and defeat. 22 chapters, 45 minutes + bonus material.
Volume 3: Endgames. When few pieces are left on the board, knowing the proper procedures can spell the difference between victory and defeat. 22 chapters, 45 minutes + bonus material.
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Chess King's Complete Chess Course - Endgames
$24.95
E-DVD FOXY OPENINGS - VOLUME 74 - Learn the Endgame 1-2-3
Catalog Code: E-DVD0074FX
Using a series of common endgame examples, IM Andrew Martin will teach you virtual endgame techniques and guidelines that you will be able to apply to and help you win your games.
Using a series of common endgame examples, IM Andrew Martin will teach you virtual endgame techniques and guidelines that you will be able to apply to and help you win your games.
E-DVD FOXY OPENINGS - VOLUME 74 - Learn the Endgame 1-2-3
$16.95
Foxy Openings - Volume 179 - Domination Studies - Ghenrikh Kasparyan for the Tournament Player - Vol. 2
Catalog Code: DVD0179FX
Based upon the book Domination in 2545 Studies by Ghenrikh Kasparyan - This classic work was first published in Russia in 1974 and then in English in 1980. It soon captured the imagination of serious chess players around the world. This work was produced in the era where computers were as yet of little use, making it a truly a monumental undertaking. It includes endgame studies of many of the finest chess composers in the world (primarily Russian). It became an indispensable training tool for generations of Russian Masters. Genrikh was an International Master and 10 time Armenian Champion.
Based upon the book Domination in 2545 Studies by Ghenrikh Kasparyan - This classic work was first published in Russia in 1974 and then in English in 1980. It soon captured the imagination of serious chess players around the world. This work was produced in the era where computers were as yet of little use, making it a truly a monumental undertaking. It includes endgame studies of many of the finest chess composers in the world (primarily Russian). It became an indispensable training tool for generations of Russian Masters. Genrikh was an International Master and 10 time Armenian Champion.
Foxy Openings - Volume 179 - Domination Studies - Ghenrikh Kasparyan for the Tournament Player - Vol. 2
$19.95
Complete Roman's Endgame Course : Volumes 8 & 9 (2 DVDs)
Catalog Code: DVD0000RM4
In this complete series, Roman covers the bases in helping you master the endgame. The first volume shows the basics: King and Pawn endings, More King and Pawn Endings , Practical Rook and Pawn Endings , Tactical Rook Endings , Basic Principles of Minor Piece Endings, and Queen and Pawn Endings. Volume 2 shows you how to master the endgames and delves into more complicated endings: Queen vs King & Pawn, Queen vs Rook, Queen vs Knight & Bishop, Rook vs 2 Pawns, Rook & Pawn vs Bishop & Pawn, Rook & Pawn vs Bishop & Knight, Pawn & Bishop vs 2 Rooks.
In this complete series, Roman covers the bases in helping you master the endgame. The first volume shows the basics: King and Pawn endings, More King and Pawn Endings , Practical Rook and Pawn Endings , Tactical Rook Endings , Basic Principles of Minor Piece Endings, and Queen and Pawn Endings. Volume 2 shows you how to master the endgames and delves into more complicated endings: Queen vs King & Pawn, Queen vs Rook, Queen vs Knight & Bishop, Rook vs 2 Pawns, Rook & Pawn vs Bishop & Pawn, Rook & Pawn vs Bishop & Knight, Pawn & Bishop vs 2 Rooks.
Complete Roman's Endgame Course : Volumes 8 & 9 (2 DVDs)
$29.95
Smyslov Endgames - PART 1 - Chess Lecture - Volume 48
Catalog Code: DVD0048CL
GM Jesse Kraai reviews Vassily Smyslov, one of his favorite players of all time. Jesse claims studying Smyslov’s endgames helped him to become a Grandmaster.Vasily Vasilyevich Smyslov (Russian March 24, 1921 – 27 March 2010) was a Soviet and Russian Grandmaster and was World Chess Champion from 1957 to 1958. He was a Candidate for the World Chess Championship on eight times (1948, 1950, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1965, 1983, and 1985). Smyslov twice tied for first at the Soviet Championship (1949, 1955), and his total of 17 Chess Olympiad medals won is an all-time record. In five European Team Championships, Smyslov won ten gold medals.
GM Jesse Kraai reviews Vassily Smyslov, one of his favorite players of all time. Jesse claims studying Smyslov’s endgames helped him to become a Grandmaster.Vasily Vasilyevich Smyslov (Russian March 24, 1921 – 27 March 2010) was a Soviet and Russian Grandmaster and was World Chess Champion from 1957 to 1958. He was a Candidate for the World Chess Championship on eight times (1948, 1950, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1965, 1983, and 1985). Smyslov twice tied for first at the Soviet Championship (1949, 1955), and his total of 17 Chess Olympiad medals won is an all-time record. In five European Team Championships, Smyslov won ten gold medals.
Smyslov Endgames - PART 1 - Chess Lecture - Volume 48
$19.95
Killer Endgames - Part 1: Beginner to Intermediate
Catalog Code: DVD0023OT
Chess players have a tendency to focus mainly on improving their opening play but one must not forget that many games are actually decided in the endgame. Ginger GM has released two new endgame DVDs that will enhance a playerÂ’s performance in this particular area of the game.
Chess players have a tendency to focus mainly on improving their opening play but one must not forget that many games are actually decided in the endgame. Ginger GM has released two new endgame DVDs that will enhance a playerÂ’s performance in this particular area of the game.
Killer Endgames - Part 1: Beginner to Intermediate
$29.95
ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 30 - Mastering The Endgame Forum Series - PART 2
Catalog Code: DVD0030RM
Dzindzichashvili teaches the basic principles of elementary rook endgames including the critical theoretical R + P v R positions that are essential knowledge for all chessplayers (e.g., the Lucena and Philidor positions).
Dzindzichashvili teaches the basic principles of elementary rook endgames including the critical theoretical R + P v R positions that are essential knowledge for all chessplayers (e.g., the Lucena and Philidor positions).
ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 30 - Mastering The Endgame Forum Series - PART 2
$15.95
FOXY OPENINGS - VOLUME 88 - Endgames Self-Training
Catalog Code: DVD0088FX
In Volume Five Andrew Martin shows how to develop good endgame technique, using typical need-to know positions to lay the foundation and then full master games to show how the strongest players tackle this part of chess.
In Volume Five Andrew Martin shows how to develop good endgame technique, using typical need-to know positions to lay the foundation and then full master games to show how the strongest players tackle this part of chess.
FOXY OPENINGS - VOLUME 88 - Endgames Self-Training
$19.95
E-DVD ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 8 - Comprehensive Chess Endings - PART 1
Catalog Code: E-DVD0008RM
These lessons by Roman will help you determine whether you should go into the endgame or avoid it. Lessons in Volume 8: - King and Pawn Endings - More King and Pawn Endings - Practical Rook and Pawn Endings - Tactical Rook Endings - Basic Principles of Minor Piece Endings - Queen and Pawn Endings
These lessons by Roman will help you determine whether you should go into the endgame or avoid it. Lessons in Volume 8: - King and Pawn Endings - More King and Pawn Endings - Practical Rook and Pawn Endings - Tactical Rook Endings - Basic Principles of Minor Piece Endings - Queen and Pawn Endings
E-DVD ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 8 - Comprehensive Chess Endings - PART 1
$12.95
E-DVD Smyslov Endgames - PART 2 - Chess Lecture - Volume 49
by GM Jesse Kraai
by GM Jesse Kraai
Catalog Code: E-DVD0049CL
GM Jesse Kraai reviews Vassily Smyslov, his favorite player of all time. Jesse claims studying Smyslov’s endgames helped him become a Grandmaster.Vasily Vasilyevich Smyslov (Russian March 24, 1921 – 27 March 2010) was a Soviet and Russian Grandmaster and was World Chess Champion from 1957 to 1958. He was a Candidate for the World Chess Championship on eight times (1948, 1950, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1965, 1983, and 1985). Smyslov twice tied for first at the Soviet Championship (1949, 1955), and his total of 17 Chess Olympiad medals won is an all-time record. In five European Team Championships, Smyslov won ten gold medals.
GM Jesse Kraai reviews Vassily Smyslov, his favorite player of all time. Jesse claims studying Smyslov’s endgames helped him become a Grandmaster.Vasily Vasilyevich Smyslov (Russian March 24, 1921 – 27 March 2010) was a Soviet and Russian Grandmaster and was World Chess Champion from 1957 to 1958. He was a Candidate for the World Chess Championship on eight times (1948, 1950, 1953, 1956, 1959, 1965, 1983, and 1985). Smyslov twice tied for first at the Soviet Championship (1949, 1955), and his total of 17 Chess Olympiad medals won is an all-time record. In five European Team Championships, Smyslov won ten gold medals.
E-DVD Smyslov Endgames - PART 2 - Chess Lecture - Volume 49
$14.95
E-DVD ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 58 - Taking Advantages of Common Endgame Mistakes
Catalog Code: E-DVD0058RM
On this DVD, Roman covers one of the most frequently asked questions he receives how to improve in the endgame. Roman takes several highly instructional examples from tournament play and discusses the very common type of errors made by many tournament players, how to avoid them, and, how to take advantage of them if your opponent makes them.
On this DVD, Roman covers one of the most frequently asked questions he receives how to improve in the endgame. Roman takes several highly instructional examples from tournament play and discusses the very common type of errors made by many tournament players, how to avoid them, and, how to take advantage of them if your opponent makes them.
E-DVD ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 58 - Taking Advantages of Common Endgame Mistakes
$12.95
Rook Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 51
Catalog Code: DVD0051CL
Rook endings are the most common endgame in chess. Endings with rooks and pawns occur in 8 to 10 percent of all games. This series teaches essential knowledge, without which you are helpless in these very common situations. You will learn how to play the Lucena position and how to execute the Philidor defense, as well as other variations you need to know.Content: 77 minutes of instruction and analysis in a series of 4 lectures.
Rook endings are the most common endgame in chess. Endings with rooks and pawns occur in 8 to 10 percent of all games. This series teaches essential knowledge, without which you are helpless in these very common situations. You will learn how to play the Lucena position and how to execute the Philidor defense, as well as other variations you need to know.Content: 77 minutes of instruction and analysis in a series of 4 lectures.
Rook Endgames - Chess Lecture - Volume 51
$19.95
ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 9 - Comprehensive Chess Endings - PART 2
Catalog Code: DVD0009RM
GrandMaster Roman Dzindzichashvili, former two-time US & Russian Champion, and chess coach/trainer for world champions Gary Kasparov & Anatoly Karpov, shows you how to play for a win or draw in a number of types of end games.
GrandMaster Roman Dzindzichashvili, former two-time US & Russian Champion, and chess coach/trainer for world champions Gary Kasparov & Anatoly Karpov, shows you how to play for a win or draw in a number of types of end games.
ROMAN'S LAB - VOLUME 9 - Comprehensive Chess Endings - PART 2
$15.95
Improve Your Chess DVD Series - Rook & Pawn Endgames
Catalog Code: DVD0029OT
On this dvd, GM Edmar Mednis - a recognized authority on the endgame - teaches the viewer the fundamentals of rook and pawn endings, including: the importance of rook activation and rook placement, the Lucena position, and the Philidor position.
On this dvd, GM Edmar Mednis - a recognized authority on the endgame - teaches the viewer the fundamentals of rook and pawn endings, including: the importance of rook activation and rook placement, the Lucena position, and the Philidor position.
Improve Your Chess DVD Series - Rook & Pawn Endgames
$24.95
FOXY OPENINGS - VOLUME 67 - Better Chess Now Endings - The Essentials
Catalog Code: DVD0067FX
If there is one phase of the game which separates the professional from the amateur, it is the endgame. For the vast majority of players going into an ending is just casino chess - now you can load the odds in your favor!
If there is one phase of the game which separates the professional from the amateur, it is the endgame. For the vast majority of players going into an ending is just casino chess - now you can load the odds in your favor!
FOXY OPENINGS - VOLUME 67 - Better Chess Now Endings - The Essentials
$19.95
