Clifton Brockington has recorded on over 50 albums with numerous gospel artists, including Donnie McClurkin, Fred Hammond, Andre Crouch, Richard Smallwood and Israel as a trumpeter along with the prolific Mo'Horns. This native Washingtonian has performed in more than 30 cities in the United States, as well as internationally, in Japan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, England, St. Croix and the Republic of Georgia playing jazz, gospel and R&B.

A graduate of Howard University, Clifton was originally known as a jazz trumpeter and pianist. He has since evolved into a celebrated composer, arranger and educator. He co-wrote the music to the play "Roll On!" which was performed by Tony Award Winner Melba Moore at the Historic Lincoln Theater. As a composer in residence, Mr.Brockington has been an integral part of Company E's signature efforts, creating original scores for "Rudyard Kipling's Jungle Books" and "Looking for Don Quixote." Using diverse, compositional techniques for orchestra and small ensemble, Clifton has been able to frame a variety of dance pieces using both live and electronic instruments. 

Teaching in Prince George’s public schools has allowed Clifton the opportunity to hone his craft as well as pass on knowledge to the next generation. As a teacher he has expanded his professional capacity as a performer by learning how to play the flute, clarinet, trombone, baritone, cello, bass, violin as well as revisiting the alto saxophone.