PHOTOS FROM PRESIDENT OBAMA'S INAUGURATION

Obama's inauguration marking the beginning of his second term in office held yesterday and there were two ceremonies to honor the president and his family.  The Inaugural Ball saw performances from Alicia Keys, Black Violin, Brad Paisley, Far East Movement, FUN., members of the Glee cast, John Legend, Katy Perry, Maná, Smokey Robinson, Soundgarden, Stevie Wonder and Usher. See more pics after the cut...

Alicia Keys

Beyonce singing the NAtional Anthem

Jennifer Hudson singing Al Green classic 'Let's stay together' which the Obamas danced to at the Inauguration Ball

Marc Anthony

                           John Meyer and Katty Perry                                             The Obamas

                        Jay Z and Beyonce                                                              Eva Longoria                                                                 

The first lady and daughters

Kelly Clarkson