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The music from President (1937) has a few more firsts. On screen Shabir Ali, who plays Saigal's sister's son plays Harmonica or Mouth Organ. The sound track matches it. This is the earliest example for me.

Listen to 1937-president-harmonica.mp3

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Listen to Narsingh 702

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Here is another video from the film Kaarwaan-e-Hayaat. He passed away 70 years go. Enjoy!

Saigal Video

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RMIM WestCoast 2017 08

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Another example of an early bird sound. No idea how it was produced, somebody probably whistled.

Listen to 1939_saperaa_04_pee-pee-pee-Daal-Daal.mp3

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RMIM CR 2017 03

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