Rudolph, a music historian, is close to completing his dissertation in music history. Everybody in the orchestra easily recognizes the quiet sound of his whirling wheelchair as he interviews each member of the Orchestra to build his immense database. He listens to everyone talking about the important figures that influenced each person’s artistic style. He looks for a pattern in how musicians express their particular views and opinions. His study demands more funds and organization. He draws some conclusions about the distinctive and identifiable styles in the artistic medium of music. Media Man Duncan is always ready to help with data organization. "If you need advice, ask for money; if you need money, ask for an advice," Duncan told him.