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
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
Senior Recital: Sophia Hahner, trumpet - Updated!!
Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 4:00pm
Senior Recital:Sophia Hahner, trumpet Saturday, Nov. 22nd, 20254:00pm - UPDATED!!Reynolds Recital Hall Free & Open to the Public! View Details
Senior Recital: Brianna Rainey, flute
Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 7:30pm
Senior Recital:Brianna Rainey, flute Sunday, Nov. 23rd, 20257:30pmReynolds Recital Hall Free & Open to the Public! View Details
Music Seminar: Student Performance and Composition Recital
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 11:00am
Music Seminar: Student Performance and Composition Recital - Performances and compositions by MSU School of Music Students. View Details
One O'Clock Jazz Ensemble Concert
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:30pm
One O'Clock Jazz Band Concert Dec. 2, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm Tickets available for purchase online https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/msumusic/7078/event/1439621 or at the door - $15 general, $5 MSU students, Free PreK-12. View Details