A musician and composer claimed extraordinary ability through seven criteria. The AAO found only two criteria met: judging and exhibitions. The decision concluded the petitioner failed to establish three required criteria and therefore did not reach final merits analysis, dismissing the appeal.

A musician sought EB-1A classification claiming three of ten evidentiary criteria. The AAO found he met judging and exhibitions criteria but rejected published materials and scholarly articles claims. The decision concluded the petitioner lacked the sustained national or international acclaim required for extraordinary ability.

Musician and music group leader seeking extraordinary ability classification. Claimed three additional criteria beyond two met by director. AAO found published material and artistic display criteria satisfied but rejected awards and original contributions claims. Final merits determination found petitioner progressing toward top but lacking sustained acclaim required for classification.

A percussionist who accompanies well-known artists sought extraordinary ability classification, claiming six criteria. The AAO held that awards, membership, exhibitions and commercial success were not satisfied, reserved two others, and so found fewer than three criteria. It added that the record showed no sustained acclaim.