At first he took in the Symphony Orchestra because he was dragged thither. After about two years the Virus had permeated his System, and he was a regular Brahmsite. If he didn't get a full dose of Peer Gynt every few days, he was as nervous as a Cat.

'What's this, Miss? he asked; I guess he thought it was a diamond in the rough. 'Oh, that's from Wagner's grave, I said. And what do you think the wretch did?" "I'm sure I don't know, my love." "He threw it back, saying it wasn't worth anything; I think he must have been a Brahmsite."