Herschel Sizemore is widely recognized, among musicians, as a master on the mandolin, and by a great following of fans for his ability to play clean, clear bluegrass. Herschel had an extended run with the Bluegrass Cardinals in the early to mid 90's. He also played with Jimmy Martin and the Sunny Mountain Boys, with Del McCoury's Dixie Pals and was one of the founding members of the great Shenandoah Cutups.