How Swiftly Does Swift's Accent Shift?: The Language of Taylor Swift’
This talk is a must for any 'Swifties' as our speakers explore the speech (both spoken and song performance) of Taylor Swift. Popular discussion from Taylor’s fanbase discusses how Swift’s earlier music was performed with a Southern American accent, while her more recent music is performed with a Northern American accent. Guiding us through this talk are two Swiftie experts: Dr Helen West of University of Chester and Dr Esther Humphries, Independent Researcher. The pair have recently teamed up to research how Taylor Swift’s accent changes between her country and pop style music. This promises to be a fascinating evening for anyone interested in language, music, American culture and of course Taylor Swift!
Speaker: Helen West and Esther Humphries (University of Chester)
Date: Thursday, 28 November 2024, 6:00pm
Venue: Wheeler Building, Chester Lecture Theatre CRV 139.
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Contact person and contact details
Tim Grady, Institute Director – t.grady@chester.ac.uk
Sue Bright, Institute Admin Assistant –s.bright@chester.ac.uk
How to get there
Access is via main Wheeler Building reception, located in the centre of Chester on Castle Drive by the River Dee. It is accessible via the M53, A55, A483, A51 and A41, and public transport from the city centre.
Cycling
There are cycle shelters at Queen’s Park which are marked with a yellow circle and the letter C on University location maps.
Public Transport
Chester railway station is a 20-minute walk from Wheeler and the Arriva 1 and 11 run frequent services that stop within a short walking distance. The Arrowebrook Coaches 26 also stops nearby. Parking is not available for students at Wheeler, however, all three Park and Ride routes, PR1, PR2 and PR3 have connections within walking distance to the site.
Parking
For alternative car parks, including the nearby Little Roodee, see the Cheshire West and Chester Council website.