Bernadette NicGabhann is from Ashbourne, Co Meath, Ireland, a beautiful area of deep history in the east of Ireland. Having learned fiddle from her father, Antoin MacGabhann, and being deeply immersed in all aspects of Irish music and culture all her life, the love of playing shines through now in her adult life.

Through the years, Bernadette has successfully participated in years of Fleadhanna Cheoil and similar competitions organised as part of the very active Irish music scene in her home. These have included years of underage and senior group and solo competitions, which show the best of irish music and talent.