Connolly 's mother , an amateur pianist herself , urged her daughter to find a career in music , but Connolly had other plans .
Connolly was raised by her mother and a stepfather , August Berste , a musician by profession .
Connolly 's mother , an amateur pianist herself , urged Connolly 's daughter to find a career in music , Connolly Connolly had other plans .
Connolly was raised by her mother and a stepfather , August Berste , a musician by profession .