Beginning with the inauguration of George Washington in 1789, through George W. Bush in 2005, Inauguration Day has always presented an opportunity for the nation to begin anew. The day begins, by tradition started by Franklin D. Roosevelt, with a Morning Worship Service in the nation’s capital at the church of the President-elect’s choice. This is followed by the Procession to the Capitol, the swearing-in ceremonies of Vice President and the President on the steps of the United States Capitol, an Inaugural Luncheon, and then the day is capped off by the Presidential Inaugural Parade and various Inaugural Balls.
It is the dream of every marching band director to be part of this historic event, and Music Celebrations has the experience to assist marching bands to realize this dreams of participating in the upcoming Presidential Inaugural Parade on January 20, 2009!
MCI has handled the arrangements for many bands in past Presidential Inaugural Parades, including 1/3 of the participating bands in 2005. With numerous former band directors and managers on staff, we can expertly handle all logistical arrangements while in Washington, D.C. While Music Celebrations cannot guarantee your participation in the parade, we do have the experience to advise you through the process.
Band selection for the Presidential Inaugural Parade will commence by the official Presidential Inaugural Committee following the election in November. All applications for the parade have to take place through the Presidential Inaugural Committee, and are best when sponsored by your state senator or governor.
Applications will be available later in the year. Please check back often for updates!
