Album Notes

His Refuge is the new Contemporary Christian vocal group with a fresh innovative sound. Combining the elements of Pop/Rock and Gospel music, His Refuge desires to touch the hearts of the world through the ministry God has called them to do.

Gerald Trottman received his BM in Music Composition from The University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory of Music. He has been the musical director, composer and arranger of numerous musical scores in New York and Los Angeles, written music for TV and film, and taught and led worship for several years in the U.S., in Europe and India.

Angie Trottman received her BA in Music Therapy from The University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory of Music and has been leading worship for several years along with her husband Gerald. As a music therapist she has brought joy and inspiration to children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities through the ministry of music.

Audrey Franklin has amazed audiences throughout her home state of Missouri since she began singing and now is a student at Belmont University. Audrey has been on scholarship as a member of "Spirit Wing", the exceptional vocal ensemble at Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis. While living in St. Louis, Audrey attended the 5,000 member "Grace" Church where she was often a featured vocalist. In 2006 Audrey was the opening act for Michael O'Brien and was a finalist in the 2007 Joy FM St. Louis Sings Vocal Competition.

Rick Thompson is a native of Nashville, a stellar performer and a gifted songwriter. He has amazed audiences with his musical gifts and "soulful sound" for years. Rick started his musical journey on the drums at the early age of five, and has since been traveling all over the U.S. and Europe performing. Rick has been a featured vocalist in several choirs and
churches in Nashville, TN and was also a featured vocalist for the Nashville Opera Association.