Herbert Lee "Peanuts" Holland (February 9, 1910 – February 7, 1979)[1] was an American jazz trumpeter best known for his contributions in swing jazz.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia, Holland learned to play trumpet at the Jenkins Orphanage.
[1] Holland played and recorded with Alphonse Trent's band between 1928 and 1933, and played with Al Sears (1932), the Jeter-Pillars Orchestra, Willie Bryant, Jimmie Lunceford, and Lil Armstrong's band (1935–36).
In 1939, Holland moved to New York City, playing in big bands led by Coleman Hawkins and Fletcher Henderson.
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