Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Music (2007): the beneficiary's awards failed to demonstrate sustained
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the beneficiary's awards failed to demonstrate sustained acclaim, as the most recent was from 1997. Additionally, the petitioner did not prove that the beneficiary's future work would be for productions, events, or organizations with a distinguished reputation in the music field, a required component of the criteria.
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National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation
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