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
Er-Hsuan Li's Light-Dark: Music From Germany & Russia, featuring Angella Ahn & Katie Mess
Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 3:00pm
Er-Hsuan Li's Light-Dark: Music From Germany & Russia Piano Music Featuring Angella Ahn, violin, & Katie Mess, Flute View Details
Music Seminar: Taylor & Alison Ackley, folk music duo
Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 11:00am
The rich sound of their two-part harmony singing brings songs old and new to life in a way that feels both timeless and remarkable. Free & Open to the Public! View Details
Studio Recital: Bassoon students of Dr. Derek Bannasch
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:30pm
Studio Recital: BassoonStudents of Dr. Derek Bannasch Tuesday, Apr. 7th, 20267:30PMReynolds Recital Hall Free & Open to the Public! View Details
Studio Recital: Horn students of Dr. Liz Schmidt
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 7:30pm
Student Recital: HornStudents of Dr. Liz Schmidt Wednesday, Apr. 8th, 20267:30PMReynolds Recital Hall Free & Open to the Public! View Details
Music Seminar: Montana Chamber Music - Caroline Shaw + Attacca Quartet
Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00am
The Washington Post describes Attacca Quartet as “four strikingly individual players with the ability to speak eloquently in one voice.” Free & Open to the Public! View Details