Martin Schleske, a best-selling German author, is renowned not only for his writing but also for his innovative and skillful work as a violinmaker. His violins, violas, and celli bring the musician and instrument together, creating unimaginable depth in music making. Just as Schleske's instruments open up a world of beauty for the musician, so do his books and articles open up the beauty of creation and God's heart to the reader.

Janet Gesme teaches German and music at Central Oregon Community College and enjoys translating and interpreting German, Russian, and Spanish. She played viola professionally for twenty-nine years and now plays cello with the Central Oregon Symphony.