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
Faculty Artist Series: Beth Antonopulos, oboe
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 7:30pm
Faculty Artist Series: Beth Antonopulos, oboe Oct. 28, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm Tickets available for purchase online https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/msumusic/7078/event/1439549 or at the door - $15 general, $5 MSU students, free for PreK-12 students. View Details
Senior Recital: Amanda Steele & Isabella Mudd - Accompanied by Dr. Greg Young & Kyla Rosenberger
Friday, October 31, 2025 at 7:30pm
Senior Recital: Amanda Steele & Isabella MuddA Wicked Good EveningAccompanied by Dr. Greg Young & Kyla Rosenberger Friday, Oct. 31st, 20257:30pmReynolds Recital Hall Costumes are encouraged! View Details
Senior Recital: Garrett Nelson, saxophone & composition
Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 7:30pm
Senior Recital: Garrett Nelson, saxophoneTurning Pages Saturday, Nov. 1st, 20257:30pmReynolds Recital Hall Free & Open to the Public! View Details
Guest Artist Series: Michael Burns, Bassoon
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 7:30pm
Guest Artist Series: Michael Burns, Bassoon Nov. 4, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm An active performer, Burns enjoys roles as a soloist, in chamber groups, and orchestrally with numerous recent performances at International Double Reed Society conventions, recitals and masterclasses throughout North America, Germany,... View Details
Brass Quintet Concert
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 7:30pm
Brass Quintet Concert Nov. 5, 2025 Reynolds Recital Hall 7:30pm Free and Open to the public. View Details