The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Performance: Hortensio, Lines 165 - 169

The speaker meets a gentleman who promises to help find a musician to instruct their mistress. This assistance is seen as a way to fulfill their duty to Bianca, whom they deeply admire.

What does the gentleman promise to help with?

What qualities are attributed to the musician mentioned in the text?

Who is referred to as 'Our Mistress'?

What is the significance of being 'behind in duty to fair Bianca'?

How does the speaker express their feelings towards the person they love?