Pianist Dr. Charlene Biggs (RCM Exams) is a highly accomplished musician with a Doctorate in Piano Performance from The Eastman School of Music and a Masters in Performance from Goldsmiths College, University of London, England. She has gained extensive experience performing as a soloist and collaborative artist in Great Britain, appearing at renowned venues such as The Royal Festival Hall, The Purcell Room, Greenwich Festival, Glasgow University, The National Theatre, and The Barbican Arts Centre.

Dr. Biggs has also showcased her talents internationally, having been a guest artist with various orchestras including the Toronto Symphony, Colchester Symphony, The Morley Orchestra, and the North Bay Symphony. Her performances have taken her to countries such as France, The Netherlands, Austria, and the USA.

In addition to her successful performing career, Dr. Biggs has held notable positions in prestigious music institutions. She served as the Assistant Chair of Piano in the Eastman School of Music Community Division and held faculty positions in the Professional and Community Schools of the Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto, where she also worked as the National Academic Advisor. She later became the Coordinator of Music Performance at Cambrian College for five years.

Dr. Biggs is also actively involved in the music community as the Artistic Director of City of Lakes Music Society. She is highly regarded as an adjudicator and pedagogy clinician and travels across Canada and the USA sharing her expertise. Her knowledge and insights on pedagogy are further showcased through her nationally-published articles.

Despite her busy schedule, Dr. Biggs continues to pursue her passion for music as a solo and collaborative artist, constantly enhancing her reputation as a highly esteemed pianist.