Marta Casals Istomin lives in a lovely condominium in Foggy Bottom with a wonderful view of the Kennedy Center. It is fitting that she is able to look out onto the nation’s cultural monument every day, given her extraordinary life in music, and in arts and cultural administration. During a visit one recent afternoon, Casals Istomin shared stories of her childhood, her musical education, and the life her musical ability made possible. It is a story of unexpected twists and tur