November 22, 2023:
In the office you introduce yourself to the well-known orchestrator. He knows who you are: your record is hot right now. Talking music, you tell him you'd like to experiment with orchestral rockabilly: essentially, "Flying Saucer Rock and Roll" for 101 pieces. You tell him, "I play guitar but am not a fan of guitar solos. When I play them they're always on two strings" — doublestops. He nods, smiling: you're starting to connect.