As the two men worked, they could hear strains of electronic rock 'n roll music emanating from the living room of the house.  Krik, trying to keep the others entertained and away from the busy activity, played Hornk's spiffy synthesizer, enchanting Quenella (or so he thought), and boring the others.

Exquisite contemporary music?

Meanwhile, Gabelli chucked up a piece of the new metal that was cast and began to machine a part, while Hornk went into the rear of the shop to fabricate.

machining a part