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
Music Seminar: Dr. Margery Whatley, piano
Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 11:00am
Margery McDuffie Whatley performs from coast to coast as piano soloist and as chamber musician. Free & Open to the Public! View Details
Guest Artist: Dr. Margery Whatley, piano
Friday, March 13, 2026 at 7:30pm
Guest Artist: Dr. Margery Whatley, piano University of Montana Collaboration Friday, Mar. 13th, 20267:30PMReynolds Recital Hall TICKETS: $15 General, $5 MSU Student, PreK-12 FREE. Tickets are available for purchase at https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/msumusic/7078/event/1458625 and at the door. View Details
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