The Psyche Of BTK, Jazz With Basse & Cartwright, And A Fan's Notes

By Steve Kraske,

Published December 14, 2016 at 4:17 PM CST

First, a forensic psychologist who spent years communicating with Dennis Rader reveals what drove the serial murderer to kill 10 people in and around Wichita, Kansas. Then, two of Kansas City's best-known jazz performers talk about their latest album, how they met, and the area jazz scene. Finally, Victor Wishna shares his holiday wish list in A Fan's Notes.

The David Basse & Joe Cartwright Septet will perform at Polsky Theatre on the campus of Johnson County Community College at 7 p.m. on Sunday, December 18. For ticketing information, visit JCCC.edu.

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