Tammy McCann

Tammy McCann is an accomplished Artist In Residence at the Music Institute of Chicago, specializing in the curation of concerts that creatively blend jazz and classical music while expanding audience engagement through the annual Jazz Festival Series. With extensive experience as a Vocal Jazz Musician and Educator since 1993, McCann has performed globally, composed numerous works including "ChiTown The Musical," and has facilitated educational sessions at prestigious institutions. As former Executive Director of the Brownville Jazz Retreat, McCann designed programs for aspiring jazz musicians and managed organizational operations. Additionally, McCann has served as Curator at Large for American Music at the DuSable Museum, focusing on the significance of various Black musical genres in Chicago’s history. McCann's career also includes a significant role in business development for Stellé, where efforts included product training and sponsorship acquisition. Education credentials include degrees from Virginia Union University and Columbia College Chicago.