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Christian Smalls
Female Singer
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Also Performs As: Aretha Franklin Tribute, Singing Teacher
Country: United States
Based In: Charleston, South Carolina
Performs: Worldwide
From: Contact
Country: United States
Based In: Charleston, South Carolina
Performs: Worldwide
From: Contact
I am an artist who also had a wedding and party band for the last ten years. I also have done several Aretha Franklin tributes, Beyoncé Tributes and opened for the Isley Brothers. I also teach music and am an original artist.
Biography
CHRISTRIAN
SMALLS
PERFORMING ARTIST
BLACK DIAMOND
Equipped with a rich and soulful voice
this sultry Charleston, SC native
can move the soul of the audience
with her emotional energy and
angelic-like presence. Christian Smalls is
professionally known as Black
Diamond. Well prepared for a
successful launch into a career in
music; Black Diamond graduated from
Winthrop University.
In 2013 she further solidified her
profession by forming Black Diamond
and Company, later named The Black
Diamond Band. The Black Diamond
Band consistently delivers crowd-
moving performances and is i
... n high
demand in the Charleston area with a
sound that continues to thrive in a vast
market.
Black Diamond debuted her original
single, “Winning” in October 2022 on all
digital platforms where music is sold or
streamed. She is currently working on
new music.
CONTACT
PHONE:
843-532-2303
EMAIL:
Blackdiamondandcompany@gmail.co
m
EDUCATION
Winthrop University
Graduated 2007
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
WORK EXPERIENCE
Black Diamond Band – Charleston, SC
Lead Vocalist/Organizer/Manager
2013–Present
• Display sound knowledge of the music industry
• Develop effective strategies to promote band the band
• Advise band on performance details and itinerary
• Collaborate w/booking agents to secure performances
• Possess strong negotiation, networking and decision making skills
• Utilize time management on stage to ensure client satisfaction
FAME – Mt, Pleasant, SC
Vocal Coach
2022-Present
• Meet w/client to perform a vocal assessment
• Structure individualized lessons to meet their needs
• Prepare client for singing using vocal training techniques
Emerald Empire Band – Charleston, SC
Lead Vocalist
2019–2022
• Performed on stage for weddings and corporate events
• Learned, memorized and rehearsed for upcoming shows
• Collaborated w/a variety of singers and musicians all genres
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
• 2013 Break-Out Show – “Shine Bright Like a Diamond” Part I and II
• 2019 Aretha Franklin Tribute Show
• Spoleto Festival
• Charleston Food and Wine Festival
• 2021 Black Entertainer of the Year Award
• 2022 Opening Act for The Legendary Isley Brothers
Suitable for
Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Club Party Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Festival / Outdoor Event Grand Opening Party Hotel Event New Year's Eve Party Retirement Party Theaters / Stage Wedding Ceremony Wedding Reception
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