EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Jun162009_02B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Musician and composer claims extraordinary ability. Presented award for best soundtrack, NARAS membership, and performance announcements in publications. AAO found award lacked documented significance, membership inadequate, published materials insufficient, and overall evidence fails to establish sustained acclaim at top level. Appeal dismissed.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Award lacked documented significance, scope, requirements to compete, and selection criteria
- Membership · NARAS membership does not require outstanding achievement as essential condition for admission
- Published material · Articles primarily announced petitioner's performances; did not discuss petitioner or work substantially
- Final merits · Musician has not achieved sustained national or international acclaim at very top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Award lacked documented significance, scope, requirements to compete, and selection criteria |
 Membership | Not met | NARAS membership does not require outstanding achievement as essential condition for admission |
 Published material | Not met | Articles primarily announced petitioner's performances; did not discuss petitioner or work substantially |
 Final merits | Not met | Musician has not achieved sustained national or international acclaim at very top of field |
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