Abstract
The article addresses the issues of teaching musical instruments to general education school students through various interactive methods that help increase children’s engagement and interest in the subject. The authors conducted a study on the effectiveness of an interactive approach to introducing children to musical instruments, aimed at developing cognitive interest in music lessons within the context of contemporary music education. The authors’ model presents the main components, principles, and methods of working with children. The results obtained demonstrate positive dynamics in students’ musical development before and after the intervention, changes in their knowledge and interest in the use of interactive teaching methods, and include key recommendations and conclusions regarding the further application of these methods. The methodology can be used in general education and music schools, in supplementary education, and in other educational settings.