Taylor Swift played more than 85 mashups on her record-breaking Eras Tour. But how does she decide which of her 243 songs to mash together, and what does it mean when she does? Whether she’s pairing specific lyrics to tell (or re-tell) a story, celebrating a person, place, or collaborator, or sending a secret message, fans around the world waited with baited breath each night to see new spins on old favorite songs. And now, the pen is in your hand! Join BGSU Ph.D. candidate and lifelong Swiftie Katie Cline at to learn about Taylor Swift’s epic mashups from The Eras Tour and even create one of your own. No musical ability required! Use lyrics, song themes, and your own Swiftie know-how to build a stage-ready mashup!

This event is part of the series Sound Waves: Taylor's Version, sponsored by the Karen Morley Khan music fund

Join us for a series of engaging programs dedicated to the world of music, culminating in a special author visit by Annie Zaleski. Dive into the vibrant world of music, especially the sounds of Taylor Swift and pop music, through a variety of exciting programs.