Nolan Shaheed

 

Nolan Shaheed (born Nolan Andrew Smith, Jr.;^[1][2] July 18, 1949, in Pasadena, California) is an American jazz musician, specializing in the cornet and trumpet, and a world record holding masters athlete.^[3]

American trumpeter, engineer and producer born July 18, 1949, in Pasadena, California. Longtime Los Angeles session musician who started his career in 1974. Musical Director for Marvin Gaye (1974-76), Lead Trumpet with Count Basie Orchestra (1976-79), Natalie Cole (1979-81), Stevie Wonder (1981-83), Diana Ross (1983-85), Phil Collins (1985) and Anita Baker (1986). Now known as Nolan Shaheed.