EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided 2015Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR272015_01B2203
Published materialMetAwardsNot metOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A pianist sought extraordinary ability classification in the arts after the service center denied the petition and dismissed a motion. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the award and contribution evidence insufficient, so fewer than three criteria were satisfied, and the overall record did not show sustained acclaim or top-of-field standing.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Published material · Director found it met and the AAO accepted that conclusion.
What was missing
- Awards · Selection as a national prodigy not shown to be a nationally or internationally recognized prize for excellence; contrary to the director.
- Original contributions · Reliance on reference letters did not show contributions both original and of major significance.
- Final merits · Record does not show the petitioner is among the small percentage at the very top with sustained acclaim.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Published material | Met | Director found it met and the AAO accepted that conclusion. |
 Awards | Not met | Selection as a national prodigy not shown to be a nationally or internationally recognized prize for excellence; contrary to the director. |
 Original contributions | Not met | Reliance on reference letters did not show contributions both original and of major significance. |
 Final merits | Not met | Record does not show the petitioner is among the small percentage at the very top with sustained acclaim. |
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