Prelude and Ceremony lineup
“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band’s mission is to perform for the President of the United States and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Founded in 1798 by an Act of Congress, the Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization. On March 4, 1801, Thomas Jefferson became the first to be sworn in as President in Washington, D.C., and it is believed that the Marine Band was present for this event. During the ceremony, the band is positioned directly below the presidential podium at the U.S. Capitol. Below is an outline of the schedule of events for Jan. 20, 2025:
9:30 a.m. Perform pre-ceremony music on U.S. Capitol platform.
11:15 a.m. Commencement of formal program.
Call to Order
Welcoming Remarks
Invocation
Oath of Office Administered to Vice President-elect J.D. Vance
Four Ruffles and Flourishes by the U.S. Army Herald Trumpets
“Hail Columbia” by the U.S. Marine Band
11:45 a.m. Oath of Office Administered to President-elect Donald Trump
Four Ruffles and Flourishes by the U.S. Army Herald Trumpets
“Hail to the Chief” by the U.S. Marine Band
Inaugural Address
Benediction
The National Anthem “The Star-Spangled Banner” by the U.S. Marine Band and guest artist
*Schedule subject to change