Maurice "Muzzy" Marcellino[1] (November 27, 1912 – June 11, 1997) was an American singer and musician, known primarily for his clear, melodious style of whistling.
He began playing with the Lofner-Harris Orchestra in 1932 and then moved to the Ted Fio Rito band in 1935.
[2] Marcellino's whistling was featured in many television and film soundtracks, such as The Mickey Mouse Club and Lassie.
[3] He was also the musical director of the CBS daytime show, Art Linkletter's House Party.
The Reader's Digest set of six records called Gaslight Music Hall (1969) featured Marcellino whistling in the tune Whistling Rufus, performed by the Gaslight Novelty Orchestra and conducted by Heinie Beau.