Howard Hall
Howard Hall is home of the music department and Reynolds Recital Hall. Strolling the hallways, you may hear a choir practice or a jazz ensemble rehearsal. Individual practice rooms are soundproof, however, so a violinist can practice Vivaldi next door to a trombonist playing Sousa. Check with the music department office for faculty and student recital schedules.
This building was named for MSU’s first bandmaster Louis Howard, 1908-46. Built in 1974 for $4.1 million, the Creative Arts Complex consists of Haynes, Cheever and Howard Halls and houses the College of Arts and Architecture and the department of music.
Handicapped accessible
Upcoming events in Howard Hall
MSU Brass Ensembles
Monday, November 17, 2025 at 7:30pm
MSU Brass Ensembles Nov. 17, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm Free and open to the public A concert of music for brass, featuring the MSU Horn Ensemble, Bobcat Bone Brigade, and Low Brass Battalion, as well as a combined Brass Ensemble! The program includes 2... View Details
Concerto/Aria Competition: Finals
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:30pm
Concerto/Aria Competition: Finals Nov. 18, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm Free and open to the public View Details
Guitar Studio/Ensemble Recital
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:30pm
Guitar Studio/Ensemble Recital Nov. 19, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm Free and open to the public View Details
Music Seminar: Student Recital
Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 11:00am
Music Seminar: Student Recital - Perfomrances by MSU School of Music students. View Details
University String Orchestra & University Band Concert
Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 7:30pm
University String Orchestra and University Band Concert Nov. 20, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm Tickets available for purchase online https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/msumusic/7078/event/1439620 or at the door - $15 general, $5 MSU students, free for PreK-12 students. View Details