National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony (18 images)

President Obama with his wife Michelle Obama and their daughters Malia and Sasha Obama light the 90th National Christmas Tree during the Lighting Ceremony in President's Park near the White House in Washington, DC on December 6, 2012. UPI/Olivier Douliery/Pool

Singer and songwriter Jason Mraz performs at the concert during the 90th National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in President's Park near the White House in Washington, DC on December 6, 2012. UPI/Olivier Douliery/Pool

Singer and songwriter James Taylor performs at the concert during the 90th National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in President's Park near the White House in Washington, DC on December 6, 2012. UPI/Olivier Douliery/Pool

Phillip Phillips, winner of American Idol, performs at the concert during the 90th National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in President's Park near the White House in Washington, DC on December 6, 2012. UPI/Olivier Douliery/Pool