Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2014): the petitioner, a jazz musician, did not meet the requisite
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a jazz musician, did not meet the requisite criteria for an alien of extraordinary ability. The AAO found that the petitioner's role as a bassist on a Juno-nominated album did not qualify as a major, internationally recognized award, especially since he was not the named nominee. The office also concluded that a nomination for an award is not equivalent to receiving it and rejected the argument for comparable evidence.
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One-Time Achievement (Major Award) Lesser Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role Comparable Evidence
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