a 9-year-old Chess Talent with a California Dream Since returning to the East Bay, my primary focus has been on fostering chess development in Fremont. However, I remain actively involved in youth chess education at both the national and international levels. Approximately two-thirds of my time is dedicated to working with young players across NorthernContinueContinue reading “Chess Chat with Aleksandr G. Aleksandrov “
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Chess as an Art-Form
A chess game can be a form of art. Winning generally takes precedence over aesthetic considerations; however, artistic positions can be strived for during the contest. The stronger a player’s ability the more likely he/she will notice aesthetic elements. Oftentimes, master level players will see several accurate possibilities and make a decision based on aestheticsContinueContinue reading “Chess as an Art-Form”