President-elect Donald Trump selected opera tenor Christopher Macchio to perform the national anthem at Monday’s inauguration, at which Carrie Underwood will also perform “America the Beautiful.” Here’s a list of some singers at previous presidential inaugurations,

It’s a “no” for Michelle Obama. The former first lady won’t attend Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, according to the Associated Press. Former President Barack Obama, however, is confirmed to attend the ceremony alongside former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton.

Carrie Underwood will begin her very high-profile year with a performance at Monday’s (Jan. 20) presidential inauguration. This week, she confirmed she has signed up to sing “America the Beautiful” ahead of Donald Trump’s ceremony.

Fans react to Carrie Underwood’s a cappella performance of "America the Beautiful" at Donald Trump’s inauguration. See their responses here.

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Country music star Carrie Underwood performed “America the Beautiful” a cappella at Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday.

The "American Idol" alum performed a cappella when her backing music refused to take the wheel. Country singer Carrie Underwood gave an impromptu a cappella performance of “America the Beautiful” at Donald Trump's second inauguration ceremony on Monday when technical difficulties prevented her pre-recorded backing music from playing.