Caitríona Lagan is an All-Ireland champion musician from Castledawson, County Londonderry.
The 15-year-old plays five instruments – banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar and mandola.
During lockdown she began posting videos on social media showcasing her wide-ranging musical talent.
“I will remember music helping me through lockdown, it gave me something to do and it kept me going,” she told BBC News NI.
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On Thursday, the Northern Ireland Executive announced the relaxation of rules around live music would be delayed to 5 July.
The changes have been delayed due to concerns about an increase in case numbers of the Delta variant.
Caitríona said: “I haven’t seen any of my friends who play music in sessions for so long and I can’t wait to see them again, it will be great to play together.
“I love playing Irish traditional music, it helps me escape and I’ll never give it up.”
Video journalist: Niall McCracken
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Caitriona Lagan All Ireland Champion Musician. Plays Banjo, Mandolin and fiddle. https://www.facebook.com/CaitrionaLaganMusic/