Founded in 2001, Levon Manukyan Collegium Musicum (formerly Bourgas Youth Philharmonic) is one of the most recognizable up-and-coming private orchestras in Europe. The high artistic goals include performing a diverse repertoire, building and educating new audiences for orchestral music and supporting the careers of young musicians.

The orchestra is one of the partners in the organization of one of the biggest Bulgarian national pop song competitions, "Bourgas and the Sea", it has recorded film music for the national television and is frequently invited to perform at official functions not only by Municipality Bourgas, but also in other cities at functions such as city celebrations, festival openings, etc. The orchestra and its conductor emphasize the performance of Bulgarian music. They have recorded for the Bulgarian National Radio and have released a CD with works by Bulgarian composers.