The Roma choir became a truly great phenomenon in Russian culture in the 18th and 20th centuries. The first professional Roma musical group was organized at the end of the 18th century by the decision of Count Orlov-Chesmensky. The choir was led by Ivan Sokolov, a representative of a Roma peasant family. Later, his descendants, having formed a dynasty, led the team for a long time. The repertoire of the Roma choir consisted not only of songs in Russian and Ukrainian, but also folk songs of the Roma. 

Shortly before the war with the French army in 1812, the choir settled in Moscow and became a professional concert group. During this period, the choir achieved incredible popularity, including due to the fact that such a trend as "romanticism" was flourishing in European culture. This ideological and artistic trend is characterized by an interest in strong characters, unity with nature, human personality, and folk motifs. The entire aristocratic community and the creative community showed interest in the work of the Roma. 

Soon other musical dynasties appeared. Singing groups performed in the best institutions of Moscow and St. Petersburg. Famous poets of that time (Ap. Grigoriev, A. Alyabyev, A. Varlamov) create their poems imitating the rhythms of Romani music. Since about the 1830s, choirs have been performing not only folk songs, but also works created by the authors specifically for them under the impression of traditional Roma music. Majestic and departing songs were written for choirs, suggesting a special interaction of the choir with the listener.

A new musical genre has emerged, which will be called romance. Romance became an important component of musical culture in the Russian Empire and later in its member countries. This genre is a narrative song, usually on themes of sorrow, longing, love, and freedom, usually performed in a deep female voice accompanied by guitar, violin, and accordion.

Roma music influenced not only the so-called classical music (such composers as Pyotr Tchaikovsky and Mikhail Glinka were inspired by Roma melodies for their works), but also the Soviet stage music (so-called estrada).

Thus, the Roma choir and its work not only enriched the cultural heritage of Russia, but also inspired many famous composers, influencing the development of various musical genres. Their unique style and rich heritage continue to retain their importance today, testifying to the power and universality of the Roma musical tradition.