In the early 1970s, John Lennon envisioned a world without conflict. His partner, Yoko Ono, eloquently underscored the futility of war and fighting by presenting a chessboard where all the pieces were white. This profound message was revisited by Jason Kouchak during the Speed Chess Championship in London, held in February. Kouchak drew a compelling link between the dynamic world of modern fast-paced chess and the aspiration for a peaceful globe, united through the harmonious blend of chess and music.

