This concert explores music, from modern to ancient, that is intended to command attention. The Symphonic Band, conducted by Dr. Joseph Carver with assistance from graduate student Logan Dominguez, will present “Backlash” by Katahj Copley; “Kentucky 1800” by Clare Grundman (conducted by Logan Dominguez); “Aces of the Air” by Karl L. King (arr. James Swearingen); and “Rest” by Frank Ticheli. The UW Wind Symphony, conducted by Dr. Matthew Schlomer with assistance from graduate student Malori Barnhart, will perform “Selections from the Danserye” by Tielman Susato (arr. Patrick Dunnigan); “The Sight That Awaits Us” by Kelijah Dunton; and “Dancefares” by Jess Turner. Highlights of the Wind Symphony’s set include Michael Mower~s virtuosic “Concerto for Flute and Wind Ensemble,” performed by UW faculty member and flutist Nicole Riner, as well as “Circus Polka,” a piece originally written by Igor Stravinsky as a ballet for dozens of ~young elephants.~