Lil Rev (Marc Revenson), was born 1968 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a musician best known for his Yiddish music, and is also a renowned Ukulele and Harmonica player. In 1984, he was given an old Wendell Hall Banjo Ukulele which started his passion for the instrument. Since then, Lil Rev has released a series of books, focusing on ukulele and harmonica instruction, as well as providing instruction locally through workshops. His performances feature a multitude of instruments and story-telling. In 2004, Lil Rev received the "Best Folksinger Award" from the Wisconsin Area Music Industry.