ENThe article covers Algirdas Vyžintas’ social, creative and pedagogical work aimed at establishing a special model of a Lithuanian folk instruments orchestra. The author sets a goal to reveal the essence of A. Vyžintas’ humanitarian and musical thinking, his views on folk musical culture that influence the formation of orchestras and the education of their participants. Keywords: Algirdas Vyžintas, Lithuanian folk instruments orchestra, Jonas Švedas, Lithuanian State Ensemble of Song and Dance, Folk Music Department of the Klaipėda Faculty of the Lithuanian State Conservatoire. [From the publication]