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BBC News
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Oasis pop star classes: You can also study Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Harry Styles and the Beatles.
The Oasis course at Glasgow Clyde College will be taught by two HUGE Oasis fans, who have seen the band live more than 60 times combined, so they really know their stuff. One of the teachers, Amy Butler even named her son after band member, Noel. Assistant principal Robert Anderson said: "We wanted to create something that would help fans, especially younger ones attending with their parents, understand why this band still means so much to so many." Taylor Swift classes This isn't the first time the college has done something like this. Last year, they ran a Taylor Swift class to help parents understand their kids' love for her fact Tay-Tay and her impact has been studied all around the world. At the University of Texas, students can study Taylor Swift's songs alongside literary legends like William Melbourne, Australia, researchers gathered for a "Swiftposium" in 2024 - the world's first international academic conference to study and discuss her when the Eras tour came to Liverpool, the City's Institute of Popular Music, organised Tay Day - a study day for "fans, students and academics to engage with the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift". Harry Styles: Class in session at Harry's House American Universities seem to love studying the business of pop stardom!At another one, students can take a real class called 'Harry Styles and the Cult of Celebrity'. It looks at Harry's music, fashion, and how he's helped people talk about big ideas like identity and culture in today's - homework might include listening to One Direction. Beyonce: Queen Bey — Now in class We couldn't leave out one of the biggest names in showbiz, could we?You've probably danced to a Beyoncé banger or two, but did you know you can study her at one of the world's top universities?Yale University - one of America's most famous and respected universities - announced a course all about Beyoncé last will get to explore her music, influence, and world a deep dive into the world of Beyoncé - glittery cowboy hat is optional. The Beatles From their catchy two-minute hits to their funky album covers and iconic fashion, The Beatles changed music Berklee College of Music in Boston, students can take The Music of the Beatles, where they listen to classic songs and even the tunes the Fab Four wrote for other artists.
Daily Mirror
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Oasis masterclass set to take place ahead of band's massive reunion tour
New Oasis fans - or those in need of a refresher - are being offered a college masterclass to learn all about the band ahead of their sold-out reunion tour later this year Glasgow Clyde College in Scotland is set to bring Britpop back into the classroom with an Oasis masterclass, ahead of the band's highly anticipated reunion tour this summer. The college aims to introduce the Manchester band to a new generation of concert-goers through this unique class. The Oasis reunion tour has already generated massive interest, with over 1.4 million tickets sold for the 17 UK dates. This innovative course follows on from last year when the college offered a Taylor Swift class to help parents understand the popstar's music before accompanying their children to her Eras Tour shows. The Oasis masterclass at Glasgow Clyde College will guide fans through the band's early days as The Rain, their discovery at Glasgow's King Tuts venue, their most popular albums and their notorious falling out. READ MORE: Win tickets to see Oasis at Wembley in our fab competition The course will delve into the attitude, aesthetic and anthems that made Oasis a cultural phenomenon, highlighting why they were one of the biggest bands globally and showcasing key moments to anticipate in one of the most eagerly awaited series of concerts in recent memory. Designed specifically for younger fans attending the tour, this one-off course will take place at Glasgow Clyde College's Langside Campus on June 26 from 6pm in the Innovation Centre. The presentation and audio commentary will also be available online for those unable to attend in person. Two members of the college's team, who claim to have devoted their lives to the band, will teach the course. Christopher Kennedy, a 50 year old curriculum manager for the school of business and finance, is a die-hard Oasis fan who has been following the band since their inception and has attended over 40 live performances, including iconic shows at Glastonbury and T in the Park's King Tut's Tent in 1994, as well as Wembley in 2000. Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you! Amy Butler, a 38 year old accounting lecturer and e-learning development officer, claims she has "lived and breathed" Oasis since 1995. With more than 20 concerts to her name, Oasis-themed tattoos adorning her skin, and a son named Noel, she's on a mission to prove that Oasis represents not just music, but "a movement". Robert Anderson, assistant principal at Glasgow Clyde College, commented: "With the Oasis reunion now just weeks away, we wanted to create something that would help fans, especially younger ones attending with their parents, understand why this band still means so much to so many. Are you going to see Oasis? Let us know the songs you hope to hear in the comments below! "This masterclass is about more than just the music; it's about the attitude, the era, the energy, and the cultural moment that Oasis defined. For anyone heading to the gigs, it's a chance to feel fully immersed, to know the backstory, and to connect with what made them the biggest band in the world," Anderson added. He continued: "Last year's Taylor Swift masterclass helped parents understand the world their kids were stepping into. This flips that idea. Now, it's the younger generation getting a crash course in Oasis before experiencing the reunion with their mums and dads. At Glasgow Clyde College, we're all about helping people prepare, learn, and create unforgettable memories together, and this felt like the perfect moment to do just that."
Wales Online
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
College unveils Oasis masterclass for fans ahead of reunion tour
College unveils Oasis masterclass for fans ahead of reunion tour Glasgow Clyde College said its class would help introduce the Manchester outfit to a new generation of gig-goers. (Image: PA ) A college in Scotland will bring Britpop back to the classroom as it launches an Oasis masterclass ahead of the band's reunion tour this summer. Glasgow Clyde College said its class would help introduce the Manchester outfit to a new generation of gig-goers. More than 1.4 million tickets have been sold across 17 UK dates for the massively-hyped reunion tour. The course comes a year after the college offered a Taylor Swift class to help parents accompanying their kids to the popstar's Eras Tour shows. Glasgow Clyde College said its Oasis masterclass would take fans throughout the early days of The Rain, to the chance of discovery at the city's King Tuts venue, through to their most popular albums and infamous falling out. The attitude, aesthetic and anthems which made Oasis a cultural phenomenon will be covered, showing why they were one of the biggest bands in the world and showcasing key moments to look forward to in one of the most anticipated run of gigs in recent memory. Article continues below The one-off course, designed for younger fans attending the tour, will take place at Glasgow Clyde College's Langside Campus on June 26 from 6pm in the Innovation Centre. The presentation and audio commentary will also be available to watch online. It will be taught by two members of the college's team who say they have devoted their lives to the band. Christopher Kennedy, a 50-year-old curriculum manager for the school of business and finance, has followed Oasis since their earliest days and has seen them live over 40 times, from Glastonbury and T in the Park's King Tut's Tent in 1994 to Wembley in 2000. Amy Butler, a 38-year-old accounting lecturer and e-learning development officer, 38, says she has "lived and breathed" the band since 1995. With over 20 gigs under her belt, Oasis tattoos on her body, and a son named Noel, she's determined to show that Oasis is more than a band, but "a movement". Robert Anderson, assistant principal at Glasgow Clyde College, said: "With the Oasis reunion now just weeks away, we wanted to create something that would help fans, especially younger ones attending with their parents, understand why this band still means so much to so many. "This masterclass is about more than just the music; it's about the attitude, the era, the energy, and the cultural moment that Oasis defined. "For anyone heading to the gigs, it's a chance to feel fully immersed, to know the backstory, and to connect with what made them the biggest band in the world. "Last year's Taylor Swift masterclass helped parents understand the world their kids were stepping into. "This flips that idea. Now, it's the younger generation getting a crash course in Oasis before experiencing the reunion with their mums and dads. "At Glasgow Clyde College, we're all about helping people prepare, learn, and create unforgettable memories together, and this felt like the perfect moment to do just that." Article continues below To sign up for free tickets, fans should visit:
Scottish Sun
17-06-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
How a Scots college is leading the way to get parents back into learning – with high chairs & bottle warmers
NO BARRIERS How a Scots college is leading the way to get parents back into learning – with high chairs & bottle warmers Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A COLLEGE boss has called on education institutes to offer more flexible learning for parents so they can create a brighter future for their children. Many mums and dads face barriers in their attempts to return to studies at college or university and end up missing out on qualifications that could open up a world of new opportunities. 2 Glasgow Clyde College is trying to encourage more parents to join further studies. Credit: Supplied 2 David Marshall wants to make education accessible to all. Glasgow Clyde College (GCC) has released a children's book and launches a series of baby-friendly measures to ensure families have everything they need to balance education and parenting, while also being able to bring young children into different parts of the three campuses so they can be together between classes and nursery. Now David Marshall, Assistant Principal for Student Experience, has called on counterparts to follow suit. He said: 'Some people see children as a barrier to education but it doesn't have to be. We have a lot of adult returners and people that have been in workplaces who stopped to have children and are looking at retraining or upskilling so they can move into a different career. 'We want to inspire people to come here. We have bottle warmers and high chairs and changing facilities, free children's clothing through the exchange hub and we're a breastfeeding-friendly campus. 'We know the challenges if we look at the employment market. There's untapped potential in parents and if we can do things to encourage students and parents to come back into education, that can help their future opportunities. 'You don't need to have to sacrifice one for the other. Shutting off your own opportunities isn't necessarily good for you or your children in the long term.' The most recent stats from the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) show the number of Scottish mature applicants aged 21 and over reduced to over 15,000 in 2023, a 20 per cent drop from 2019. This worrying trend is one of the reasons that GCC is leading the way in encouraging parents back into further education. They give parents access to finance workshops so they can understand funding options for their chosen course alongside funded nursery education during teaching hours where available. Health and Wellbeing students' welfare services are also on-hand to support parents as well as an online guide, which showcases local family-friendly activities, restaurants and groups. SNP Education Secretary makes out she's unaware of row as she's quizzed on swerving parly Questions Children will also have plenty to read with a dedicated kids' section in the library, enabling parents to take out books for children of all ages – including the new illustrated storybook Little Life Changing Stuff, illustrated by alumni, Esmé Boyle. David explained: 'Education is a fantastic gateway for anybody, including parents. We need to raise awareness then offer scaffolding support for people at every level. 'Many of us are parents and had different experiences and we all juggle that workload. The self-worth and confidence that people can gain is amazing, especially if they've been away from education for a bit. 'The belief in the talent you have is important and getting the right support and teaching that can bring it out.' UNI CHILDCARE WAS VITAL FOR ME STUDENT-parent Jamie-Lee, 19, has recently returned to education as a new mum, studying Access to Social Care at Glasgow Clyde College's Anniesland Campus. And her daughter, Lily, two, attends the campus's Treasure Trove Nursery. Jamie-Lee said: 'When choosing a college, I had to consider childcare and learn how it worked but it was easy to locate information via the Glasgow Clyde website.' She added: 'If I need to focus on my coursework, I tend to use the library at the campus, where I can focus. 'When I want to take a break, I visit the to socialise with people from my course. Jamie-Lee believes maintaining a good routine in a supportive environment has also played a key factor in academic success and maintaining a strong bond with her daughter. She added: 'I've created a routine which works around my daughter, so I can still spend some quality time with her but also fit in study after she goes to sleep. 'I am fortunate to have a support network, but the college is welcoming to parents if they need to bring their children to campus.' He also believes online learning is key as it allows parents to study from home when necessary. Now the hope is other institutes will take inspiration from what GCC is doing. David added: 'We have a broad spread of students coming in from 14 and 15 right up to 70 and 80-year-olds. Through that middle group we have an awful lot of parents and they just need reassurance they can contribute and develop themselves. 'The access has been there previously but sometimes the increase of awareness can make a difference. It's the willingness in linking up and collaborating to cover as many barriers faced, so when they hit that bump, they can get support. 'Covid was a horrific thing in so many ways but colleagues had to up their game in terms of hybrid and online learning so that gives that additional access too. 'It's about making sure we minimise the barriers they find because of their personal circumstances. 'We share knowledge widely through the College Development Network in the Glasgow area and beyond. There are opportunities there and it's just about making sure people understand those.'
Daily Record
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Oasis masterclass announced by Glasgow college ahead of reunion tour
Glasgow Clyde College said its Oasis class would help introduce the Manchester outfit to a new generation of gig-goers. A Scottish college is set to bring Britpop back into the classroom with the launch of an Oasis masterclass, in anticipation of the band's reunion tour this summer. Glasgow Clyde College has stated that its class aims to introduce the Manchester band to a new generation of concert-goers. The highly-anticipated reunion tour has already sold more than 1.4 million tickets across 17 UK dates. This course follows on from last year when the college offered a Taylor Swift class to assist parents accompanying their children to the pop star's Eras Tour shows. Glasgow Clyde College explained that its Oasis masterclass will guide fans through the early days of The Rain, the band's discovery at Glasgow's King Tuts venue, their most popular albums and their notorious falling out. The course will cover the attitude, aesthetic and anthems that made Oasis a cultural phenomenon, demonstrating why they were one of the world's biggest bands and highlighting key moments to anticipate in one of the most eagerly awaited series of concerts in recent memory. This one-off course, designed for younger fans attending the tour, will be held at Glasgow Clyde College's Langside Campus on 26 June from 6pm in the Innovation Centre. The presentation and audio commentary will also be available for online viewing. The course will be taught by two members of the college's team who claim to have dedicated their lives to the band. Christopher Kennedy, 50, works as the curriculum manager for the school of business and finance. He has been an Oasis fan since their inception and has seen them perform live over 40 times, from Glastonbury and T in the Park's King Tut's Tent in 1994 to Wembley in 2000. Amy Butler, a 38-year-old accounting lecturer and e-learning development officer, says she has "lived and breathed" the band since 1995. With more than 20 gigs under her belt, Oasis tattoos on her body, and a son named Noel, she's determined to prove that Oasis is not just a band, but "a movement". Robert Anderson, assistant principal at Glasgow Clyde College, said: "With the Oasis reunion now just weeks away, we wanted to create something that would help fans, especially younger ones attending with their parents, understand why this band still means so much to so many. "This masterclass is about more than just the music; it's about the attitude, the era, the energy, and the cultural moment that Oasis defined. For anyone heading to the gigs, it's a chance to feel fully immersed, to know the backstory, and to connect with what made them the biggest band in the world. "Last year's Taylor Swift masterclass helped parents understand the world their kids were stepping into. This flips that idea. Now, it's the younger generation getting a crash course in Oasis before experiencing the reunion with their mums and dads. "At Glasgow Clyde College, we're all about helping people prepare, learn, and create unforgettable memories together, and this felt like the perfect moment to do just that."
