"Because of JodyJazz I love performing on tenor again. The DV is a KILLER tenor mouthpiece. Without mentioning specific manufacturers, let’s just say that I have tried almost all of the sax mouthpieces that are currently on the market and none can compare to the DV. Not one!! Not even the customized models that I have paid thousands of dollars over the years. This mouthpiece is very unique because it provides versatility that a contemporary and traditional player can appreciate, which you don’t find in most sax mouthpieces. Whether I am playing on a stage where I have to cut through the electric instruments or a room where subtleness is a necessity the DV has it all. The mouthpiece plays remarkably even and full through the range of the horn, even in the altissimo range where notes tend to become shrill.
Just a short testimony………….I picked my horn up from my repairman, Eric Beach, and I asked him to take a listen to the mouthpiece and tell me what he thought. He was absolutely blown away from the first note. Eric has been my repairman for many years, so he has had the pleasure, or misfortune, of hearing me play on a lot of the different pieces. He very quote was, “You have found a perfect marriage between the horn and mouthpiece”.

Born and raised in the small town of Palestine Texas, Art began his musical journey at the age of 5 singing in the church choir; although his exposure actually began in the womb with his mother singing in the church choir and playing the organ. At the age of 13, Art joined the junior high school band and started playing the saxophone. By the time he graduated from high school he had received numerous awards and had been recognized as an All-Area, All Region and All-State Alto, Tenor and Baritone Saxophonist. He was also chosen as an alternate to the McDonalds All-American Band. Some of Art's early inspirations were Cannonball Adderley, Gerald Albright, Kirk Whalum, Kim Waters and David Sanborn just to name a few.

Although Art did not attend college to study music it always remained in his heart, so in 1996 he decided to once again focus on music on his musical journey. He spent a lot of time performing with local bands and playing in churches. In 2003, Art decided to step out on his faith and pursue a career as a solo artist. As a solo artist, Art has managed to perform and/or co-headline shows with Chuck Loeb, Marion Meadows, Roy Ayres, Everette Harp, Bob Baldwin, Randy Scott, Noel Webb, Najee, Michael Henderson, Jean Carne, Cuba Gooding & the Main Ingredient, and a host of others. He has also performed on the Brazilian-American Jazz Festival in Rio de Janeiro, the Beantown Jazz Festival in Boston, the Volvo Jazz Festival and several others.

Art is very active in the community by working with churches, the MS Society and Progressive Horizons, which is an organization that works with foster children and mentally and physically challenged individuals. Art says "I want to give while I can. I don't want to experience a tragedy before I decide to do my part"

Art released his debut studio project titled "All 4 Love" in January of 2005, which followed his live CD and DVD project titled "Art Sherrod Jr Live". There is speculation that Art will be back in the studio recording this summer. It might be gospel, maybe even a Christmas CD….who knows?? Until then ..... Art will continue to work the local, national and international circuits spreading his music, energy and God-given talents.

Art plays alto, tenor and soprano saxophone and also electronic wind controller (EWI). He is an interactive performer who warms his audience before, during and after performances, often sitting and talking with them upon musical conclusions.