The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is lit during a ceremony while the U.S. Air Force Ceremonial Brass Band performs several classic Christmas standards on the Capitol’s West Front Lawn, Washington D.C., Dec. 6, 2016. The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree will remain lit from nightfall until 11 p.m. each evening through December 25, 2016.

Capt. Dustin Doyle (right), U.S. Air Force Ceremonial Brass Band flight commander, conducts the band during the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Capitol’s West Front Lawn in Washington D.C., Dec. 6, 2016. By performing Christmas classic standards during the ceremony, the band accomplishes its mission to inspire American citizens to heightened patriotism.

Tech. Sgt. Michael Ramos, U.S. Air Force Ceremonial Brass trumpeter, plays at the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Capitol’s West Front Lawn in Washington, D.C., Dec. 6, 2016. The Ceremonial Brass Band, stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., is one of six musical ensembles that comprise the U.S. Air Force Band.

The U.S. Air Force Ceremonial Brass Band performs several classic Christmas standards during the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Capitol’s West Front Lawn in Washington D.C., Dec. 6, 2016. The tree, harvested from Payette National Forest, Idaho, was decorated with thousands of handcrafted ornaments from communities across the Gem State.