Sneakin' Out

es them. It's a powerful combination, and one that unleashes laughter, head nodding and singing-along. Sneakin' Out's acoustic insanity began in 2003, when David Gerow (mandolin), Don Henson (percussion) and Mike "Cheddar" Schmitt (bass) met on a musical project in Flint, Michigan. Since then Sneakin' Out has played hundreds of shows and developed a loyal following that includes Thomas Lauderdale of Portland-based, internationally known band Pink Martini. Highlights of the band's past include opening for k.d. lang with Lauderdale at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, playing with Pink Martini at the Carnegie Hall , playing the Bite of Oregon and appearing on Oregon Public Broadcasting's "LiveWire!". On the horizon for the band are more original tunes that showcase the unique instrumentation of the trio, along with experiments in inspired improvisation.