Style: classic Russian chanson: with a characteristic hoarseness, soulfulness, and light irony. The main soloist is an adult man with a low, expressive voice. The children's choir enters during the choruses, creating a contrast between the adult plot and the children's naivety, which enhances the comic and satirical effect. ### Instruments - **Accordion** - the leading melody, creating the atmosphere of a street romance. - **Double bass** - a deep, rocking rhythm. - **Guitar (seven-string)**** — rhythmic accompaniment, sometimes strumming. - **Percussion** — light brushes on the drum or maracas for a soft background. - **Piano** — for chords and ligatures. Distribution of roles: - **Verses:** the soloist sings (bass with a hoarseness), the accompaniment is minimal (accordion, guitar). - **Refrains:** the children's choir enters (clear, ringing voices), the instruments play louder and more cheerfully. The soloist leads the main melody, and the children sing the refrain.