Starting in 1997.,[1] the concerts have grown in number and size of venue, now requiring the largest arenas[2] in the UK.

[5][6] Young Voices holds a number of world records including largest singalong in multiple venues[7] and most backing singers.

[1] Working with several local choirs he organised a choir concert at Cardiff Arms Park with 10,000 male voices and some famous performers including Tom Jones, Gwyneth Jones and Dennis O'Neil.

Much of the team has remained the same since 1997; since their launch, the YV concerts have been conducted by David Lawrence, directed by Craig McLeish, and presented by Gigi Morley.

[11] David Lewis has stepped back from running the organisation and has handed over the leadership to his son Ben.