Gerald Trotman

Built and operates a private recording and engineering studio providing services for independent and rising talent. Works with a wide range of artists to produce, record, mix, and master high-quality recordings for streaming and other platforms. Supports projects spanning music, podcasts, and related production for film and theater.

Selected as a U.S. musical ambassador with Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Rhythm Road program and performed with the Vice Versa Allstars (as Omni Blaze). Facilitated collaborative songwriting workshops with ensemble members and local artists across Burkina Faso, Mali, Togo, and Côte d’Ivoire, supporting cross-cultural exchange through creative practices. Represented American jazz internationally through concerts and community engagement.

Writes, composes, and performs original songs in live and recording settings across multiple genres. Releases music projects independently on streaming platforms, collaborates with Grammy-nominated producers and session musicians, and contributes lead and backing vocals for recording and performance work.