I love the work of Charles Addams. I grew up with it, as “The New Yorker” was an ever-present guest in our Manhattan home. The Tee and Charles Addams Foundation is very protective of Charles’ work, so I can’t post the full image I want to here: A receptionist, preparing to leave the office at 5:00, glances up from her powder mirror to the Muzak speaker above her desk. The speaker front is open, and down a tiny rope ladder are descending five miniscule musicians with various instruments. Time for them to head home, too. I hope the small snippet below will not offend anyone.
©Tee and Charles Addams Foundation
Since 1934, Muzak has been piping soft mood music into elevators, offices, and shopping centers everywhere. Now, the brand is finally being retired. Not, however, the music itself – those of you who hate the lilting re-craftings of “Hey Jude” will still have the genre to detest – the new portmanteau brand will be called “Mood.”
Me, I’ve always loved elevator music. I find it relaxing, lulling, peaceful, must… spend… money…. 
So long, Muzak, and thanks for all the melodies.
The Old Wolf has spoken.
Playing in the World Game 
Elevator music is really good! It’s a shame that we don’t hear it as much anymore, or at least where I’m from. :p
I sent the idea for the Muzak cartoon to Charles Addams in 1959. He sent me a check for $40 and a nice letter, which is have framed, with a copy of the cartoon.
Now there is a wonderful piece of history to arise out of the mists of time. Thank you for sharing this here, and for sharing the original idea with Mr. Addams. Mad props!