4 Extra Debut. Brian Kay explores the history of the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King's College Cambridge. From December 2008.

Former choir member, Brian Kay, uncovers the First World War origins of the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King's College Cambridge.

Exploring its enduring appeal, Brian hears the memories of the former director of music Philip Ledger and organ scholar-turned-conductor Sir Andrew Davis.

Producer: Michael Surcombe

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2008.