The EUYO was founded following a resolution of the European Parliament of 8 March 1976 and is thus distinct among orchestras in Europe.
Bunaíodh EUYO de bhun rún ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa an 8 Márta 1976 agus is ceolfhoireann ar leith é, dá bhrí sin, i measc cheolfhoirne na hEorpa.