Jenny Inzerillo
Music Director | Host, High Plains MorningJenny Inzerillo joined HPPR in 2015 as the host of High Plains Morning, our live music program that airs weekdays at 9 am to noon CST. Broadcasting from KJJP's new studios at Arts in the Sunset in Amarillo, TX, she helps listeners wake up with inspired music from our region and beyond. Tune in for new voices in folk/Americana, deep cuts from your favorite artists, soulful tracks from singer/songwriters across the world, and toe-tapping classics dating as far back as the 1920s. Plus, discover underground greats that just might be your new favorite band. Plus, you'll hear some regional voices, in-studio performances, and artist interviews. This flagship show has become a well-loved tradition for listeners on the High Plains!
Jenny also coordinates HPPR's Living Room Concerts and Ambassador Tours, a showcase of original, live music at host venues across our listener area. Currently, the series hosts shows all year long, all of which are donation-based and open to the public. "I'm so grateful to our regional partner venues that help book the great artists we have touring across our area," Jenny says. "We couldn't have these community shows at all without their generous support of our series — not to mention the business sponsors who offer refreshments, water,
When she's not on the air, hosting a folk concert, or promoting HPPR, you can find Jenny researching music, volunteering in the community, covering a festival, combing Craigslist for vintage furniture, reading, painting badly, teaching her cats manners, watching music documentaries, working on her vintage camper, gardening, bothering her friends for new music recommendations, and riding her bike to Palo Duro Canyon.
To submit music, book an in-studio live performance, or inquire about HPPR's Living Room Concert Series, contact Jenny at music@hppr.org.
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The day after Halloween, the spooky thrills continue in Hays, KS as the community comes together for the annual Children's Concert, which presents Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition." -
We can all feel hopeful about the increased awareness and conversation surrounding mental health and community support, but the subject of suicide remains a difficult one to navigate. A new three-part series called "The Space They Left" from Panhandle PBS makes understanding the loss easier through stories told by experts and those left behind. ***Hear our full interview with Devin Singleton about his work on the link at the top of this page. -
Poetry readings on the High Plains are one of the most uplifting events you can attend. So if you're a lover of literature, beauty, wildlife, human connection, and DIRT, come out for a fabulous afternoon reading, facilitated by High Plains Public Radio. -
History lovers, you'll want to listen to the conversation HPPR had today with two scholars — one of whom helped write a book, while the other reviewed it. Written by regoinal academic researchers using the archives at the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum (among other places), Los Llaneros unearths the fascinating, deeply-diverse history of the southern High Plains. -
On Thursday, Oct. 15th at 7p, join Dr. Andrew Offenburger, along with the Center for the Study of the American West (CSAW), for a fascinating discussion of Zulu, Texas — a story that begins in Kansas, ends in the Texas Panhandle, and stretches all the way to South Africa. Hear our full interview with Dr. Tim Bowman, Professor of History & CSAW Director. -
Thanks to Rachel Flores for stopping by HPPR for a chat about the Friday night artist panel at 6p CT, the post-panel concert with Redd & the Paper Flowers, and the all-day mural fest from 3-10p that features brilliant muralists, live music, a silent disco, food trucks, and more community art outreach than you can fathom. DON'T MISS THIS YEAR'S FEST! -
The Land Institute invites perennial advocates, scientists, partners, students, food lovers, farmers, food and beverage makers, and fans to Salina, Kansas this weekend for panel discussions, music, food, and community. -
HEADS UP, HIGH PLAINS! Banjo superstar Kelly Hunt hits the road across the High Plains with special guests Sara Morgan (as her folk duo, Of a Feather) & Louisiana legend Dirk Powell -
As he hits the road for his latest tour, HPPR caught up with the man for a chat about the latest album, Touchstones. He's playing Lubbock this Friday, but we hope to snag him for a live show on the High Plains the next time he's in our region. -
Amarillo's original neighborhood block party is coming home. Discover!, the beloved festival that filled John Ward Memorial Park with music, games, and community spirit from 1989 to 2004, returns this Saturday, September 5 — the Saturday of Labor Day weekend — as the Don Harrington Discovery Center celebrates its 50th anniversary.
