The Church Singer’s Companion (or Sputnik Psalomshchika) is an "obikhod" or standard book of music. It is an indispensable reference for any kliros in the Russian Church. it contains melodies in square notation for the chanted portions of Vespers, Matins, and Divine Liturgy, as well as additional material from throughout the Church year. This new printing is a convenient library-bound hardcover. The book stays open by itself, freeing the precantor’s hands to conduct!