Category: Music Jokes
 

      The apoplectic and grumpy old gentleman in the crowded restaurant was compelled to sit, much against his will, next to the orchestra. His stare at the leader as the jazz selection came to an end. The annoyed patron snorted, and then asked:
      
      "Would you be so kind as to play something by request?"
      
      The leader bowed again and beamed.
      
      "Certainly," he replied; "anything you like, sir."
      
      "Then," snapped the patron, "please be good enough to play a game of checkers while I finish my meal."