[ Well, it's apt?? In its way. Orpheus listens with rapt attention and an almost childlike look of wonderment, eyes wide and shining. When the man finishes, he applauds enthusiastically. ]

That was wonderful! I'm sure the commissioner will love it. [ he says, beaming. ] I've always wanted to see a real opera. I have a few records, and I've met people who played in the orchestra who were willing to teach me their parts, but I don't live anywhere near an opera house.

[ Also, it costs money, and which he has basically none of at any given time. ]