Garry Kasparov Teaches Chess 1: Opening Strategies, The Queen's Gambit (DVD) | 
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Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 3650
Format: DVD-ROM
Platforms: Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT
Genre: Chess Games
ESRB: Everyone
Media: Video Game
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows 2000
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 8 x 5 x 1
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 169
Model: 00169
UPC: 838639001699
EAN: 0838639001699
ASIN: B00068M536
Release Date: February 21, 2005
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| Features:
| • | Over 3 Hours of Garry Kasparov’s training and teaching video | | • | Playable on PC & TV (DVD-ROM and DVD video) | | • | ChessMedia-System: All actions and positions explained in the video are displayed fully synchronized and visually supported on the chessboard | | • | New ChessBase 9.0 Reader | | • | Deep Position Analysis Engine for any unanswered ("what if?" and "why not?") questions and alternative moves |
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Product Description
Garry Kasparov Teaches Chess, Vol. 1 is an all-new interactive way to learn the strategies of chess, with a little help from the greatest living chess master, Garry Kasparov! For the first time, Kasparov teaches the ideas behind the Queen's Gambit, one of the most important openings in chess.
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 Could be better... but nice work October 15, 2008
Norberto Martel Gutierrez (Honduras)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I believe that this is the first Kasparov's DVD, is far beyon from najdorf DVD.
In this DVD has a Earn Value, DAtabase, Cristal Frizt and more, Kasparov was very Historical with the lines, I expected Kasparov lab's, well old lines played in the 90's or 80's... Maybe i prayed for much, but is what the says the box, and the profile product.
I am a fan, of Kasparov games and style, i see the DVD, just for see Kasparov, and enjoy the video, Kasparov speaks well, nice explication but honestly i expect for more.
I give 3 start because one is for the historical approach of Kasparov speak, and the another for a false profile of the product, gives the idea that Kasparov's LAB are given in the DVD, because of that i was mad with the product. I try to be honest i love the DVD, just for Kasparov.
Beginer who love Kasparov games, they will love this product, enjoy it.
I try to be honest.
 Slow July 26, 2007
Terry Banker (Denver and Atlanta)
1 out of 4 found this review helpful
I bought this game with the intenion of learning some new chess attack techniques but found the tactics too common--not in the specific set of moves, but in how Kasparov executes the moves on the software.
Overall, 2 stars.
 What it is and What it ain't October 5, 2006
Mark Wendland (Cartersville, Georgia United States)
18 out of 19 found this review helpful
It is:
1) A highly informative survey of many classical QGD lines and historic games.
2) A very short overview of non-QGD openings.
3) Garry talking casually and 80 mph about the above.
4) A big database.
5) Crystal clear on Fritz.
6) For those who are interested in chess history & getting "the big picture" on an important opening.
7) Nice to hear how to pronounce all those foreign names.
8) Loosely structured around main variations and famous games.
It isn't:
1) For players looking for a repertoire.
2) For beginners (which it might appear to be by the advertising)
3) "Instructional" in the common meaning of the term.
4) Clear enough for me on the DVD player.
I really enjoyed the product because I didn't have any real expectations as to exactly what it would be like. I recommend getting Matthew Sadler's book on the Queen's Gambit Declined as well and then sitting down for some serious study! Garry doesn't really talk over your head, he simply covers a lot of ground in 3 hours and this can be overwhelming if you try to take in too much of it at one time.
Not bad for a Grandmaster...... August 6, 2005
I. V. Miller (MI)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
As one of Mr. Kasparov's first such ventures, this was one heck of a product. It's best used in a computer v.s a DVD player. I agree with a previous review that the language is a bit tough, but I could appreciate the natural conversation. The games are excellent, but I wished that he had gone into more detail about the decision for some moves. Overall, it's a worth the purchase. I actually obtained this version from the manufacturer, before it was available on Amazon, so the Amazon price is much better. I just wish that Amazon would come thru with #2, that's been on order since January!
Good, but a bit disorganized. June 1, 2005
M. Mazza (Elizabeth, NJ USA)
30 out of 31 found this review helpful
I enjoyed watching Kasparov discuss the Queen's Gambit with such brilliance, and I agree with other reviewers who say that he comes across as down-to-earh. There is no question about his passion for the game, and any chess player will enjoy the commentary of this legendary grandmaster. I give it four stars because a better production was actually possible. In fact, with a bit of focus and organization, this DVD could have been a valuable instructional tool. The problem is that Kasparov goes on many tangents, and while this is occasionally unavoidable when discussing variations, it can become tedious. It's not a matter of his English, either--he expresses himself well. Overall, I couldn't help but get the impression that this was filmed haphazardly--that is, he probably just sat down and began discussing the opening any which way. What was needed was the careful selection of themes within the framework of the lecture; the DVD could have been divided into crucial minilessons that retained focus instead of random observations with loose-fitting titles. If the aim was to teach, then the approach needs modification. I'm a decent player with club and some tournament experience. I followed him as best as I could, but I can see a beginner being easily overwhelmed and quickly losing interest. As a fan, it's a pleasure to watch him discuss the game; as a life-long student of chess, I expect more.
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