Music Monday: Inauguration Artists Over the Years

Music Monday: Inauguration Artists Over the Years

There were many memorable moments during President Obama's Second Inauguration Ceremony on Monday -- from the President's historical speech to Vice President Joe Biden's enormous bible.

Especially impressive were the performances by Beyoncé and Kelly Clarkson. Both women were able to put their own personal spins on songs that many Americans learn at a young age. What other artists have performed at inauguration events in the past?

In honor of the inauguration on this Music Monday, we've compiled a list of some of the performers at inaugural ceremonies, galas, and celebrations since Franklin D. Roosevelt's inauguration in 1941.

Since many of them are popular musicians of their era…
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