Hampton Bays High School sophomore Willem Sarkis was selected to perform in the High School Honor Band at the prestigious New York State Band Directors Association Symposium in Syracuse this March.

Sarkis, who plays the bassoon, earned the honor based on his performance at the New York State School Music Association Solo Evaluation Festival last spring.

Sarkis has been playing the bassoon since the fifth grade. He performs on the instrument in his school’s band and plays the saxophone in the jazz band. When not performing, Sarkis participates in his school’s Interact Club and Peer Educators Program. He also wrestles on his school’s team.

The Hampton Bays School District extends its congratulations to Willem on this noteworthy achievement.

Date Added: 11/20/2024