Upcoming Events at Murray Hall At MSU College of Music

Welcome to Murray Hall, the intimate, jazz-focused performance venue nestled within the Billman Music Pavilion on the Michigan State University campus. With 156 seats arranged to create an up-close musical experience—130 on the main floor and 26 in the balcony—this versatile space regularly hosts MSU Jazz Nonets, the MSU Professors of Jazz, and the Jazz Artist Residency, including the regional Essentially Ellington competition. While seating is general admission and there is no published public seating chart, you can expect an intimate viewing experience suited to fans who value performance, nuance, and connection with the artists. We’ve got you covered with clear parking options, transit details, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth night out in East Lansing.

Venue address: 333 West Circle Drive, East Lansing, MI 48824. Murray Hall sits inside the Billman Music Pavilion on the MSU campus, a hub for undergraduate and graduate jazz study and live performances.

Planning your visit? Here’s how to get there and where to stay or eat nearby.

Seating and accessibility

Capacity: 156 total seats (130 main floor, 26 balcony). General admission seating means seating is first-come, first-served on the night of the performance.
Accessibility: Accessible parking available in front of the Music Building. If you require assistance, let us know and we’ll help you coordinate with venue staff.

Parking

Metered street parking on West Circle Dr.
Lot 62: 276 Red Cedar Rd, in front of IM Sports West.
Ramp 6: 449 East Circle Dr.

Transit and getting around

On-campus bus service via CATA Spartan Service, with Lot Link and Night Owl routes for late events.
MSU students ride for free with ID.

Nearby hotels

Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center — 219 S Harrison Rd, about a short drive or a brief campus shuttle ride from Murray Hall.
Graduate East Lansing — 133 Evergreen Ave, within easy reach for visiting guests and performers.

Nearby dining

Menu options from casual to refined near MSU campus can be found along Grand River Ave and near the Kellogg Center. We recommend checking for fresh, local options close to campus for pre-show meals or post-show bites.

Notable events at Murray Hall

MSU Jazz Nonets
MSU Professors of Jazz
Jazz Artist Residency programs
Essentially Ellington regional competition hosted at Murray Hall

Ready to secure your seats? We’ve got you covered with easy, no-hassle ticket options for Murray Hall performances. If you need help finding the right show or dates, just reach out and we’ll point you to the best available seats and timing for your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: 156 seats (130 on the main floor, 26 in a balcony).
Address: 333 West Circle Drive, East Lansing, MI 48824.
Venue type: versatile jazz-focused performance venue within the Billman Music Pavilion on the MSU campus.
Seating chart: seating is general admission; no public seating chart published for Murray Hall.
Parking: metered parking on West Circle Dr; Lot 62 (276 Red Cedar Rd, in front of IM Sports West); Ramp 6 (449 East Circle Dr); accessible parking in front of the Music Building.
Transit: on-campus bus service via CATA (Spartan Service) with Lot Link and Night Owl; MSU students ride for free.
Nearby hotels: Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center (219 S Harrison Rd); Graduate East Lansing (133 Evergreen Ave).
Notable events: MSU Jazz Nonets, MSU Professors of Jazz, Jazz Artist Residency, and events like the Essentially Ellington regional competition hosted at Murray Hall.

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