Stephanie Burt - Taylor Swift and Her World

The video discusses a new course titled 'Taylor Swift and Her World,' exploring the intersection of songwriting and literary art. The instructor shares their background in poetry and music, explaining the course's focus on Taylor Swift due to her substantial body of work and popularity. The course includes a diverse teaching team with expertise in music business, performance, and literary analysis. Students analyze Swift's music, exploring themes, genres, and songwriting techniques, linking them to broader literary contexts.

How does the teacher describe the relationship between songwriting and other literary forms?

What are the main criteria the teacher was looking for in a songwriter to organize a course around?

What aspects of Taylor Swift's work does the teacher plan to explore in the class?

What is the significance of the numbers mentioned in Taylor Swift's album Red according to the teacher?

In what ways does the teacher believe Taylor Swift is an inspiring figure in the context of songwriting?