Sergey V. Yekimov is a choir composer, conductor and prominent music person from St. Petersburg, whose work develops the rich tradition of Russian choral music, both liturgical and secular.
“Kontakion and Prayer to St. Seraphim of Sarov” is a piece of music written for mixed choir a cappella on texts of Orthodox prayers. The two choral miniatures depict the gamut of various soul experiences — from deep concentration to jubilant and solemn feelings.