Holly at five began playing standards with her father, a jazz guitarist. When she turned seven her formal education began with lessons from the first flutist of the Cleveland Orchestra, Maurice Sharp. Holly's music education continued through high school an Interlochen Arts Academy.

When she isn't touring the globe she makes her home in San Diego, CA. She tours in a jazz and classical duo with pianist Bill Cunliffe.

A Portland favorite, Tall Jazz, was formed in 1989 with the goal of establishing a unique sounding jazz trio with an emphasis on arrangements of standard repertoire as well as original material.

Tall Jazz consists of Dan Presley (String Bass), Mike Horsfall (Piano, Vibes), David Averre on (Drums).