The Wally Gingers Orchestra

09/09/2026

The Wally Gingers Orchestra will be performing at the Amphitheater at Cedar Creek Park this Sunday, September 13th, from 4:00-6:00pm. We will be "Swingin' Through the Years," featuring music that was popular across the decades—from the Roaring Twenties through the Big Band Era of the 1930s and 1940s, and continuing through the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. Cedar Creek Park is located at 453 Evergreen Drive, North Belle Vernon, PA 15012. See you there.

08/28/2026

Our latest newsletter! Clare recalls her recent trip down memory lane to the SunnyBrook Ballroom, a legendary venue that hosted the top bands of the big band era, including a young Wally Gingers and his Orchestra.

There’s one more opportunity to “Swing through the Years” with us this summer. We will be performing at Cedar Creek Park from 4-6 PM on Sunday, September 13. We hope to see you there!

08/10/2026

The Wally Gingers Orchestra will be performing on the bandstand in Ligonier, PA this Sunday, August 16th, as part of their summer band concert series. We will be "Swingin' Through the Years," featuring music that was popular across the decades—from the Roaring Twenties through the Big Band Era of the 1930s and 1940s, and continuing through the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. In the event of rain, the concert will be moved inside the Ligonier town hall. See you there.

08/10/2026

Thanks to all who came out to hear us at the Scottdale Gazebo last night! Our next show is next Sunday evening on the Ligonier Diamond at 7 PM. Hope to see you there!

08/08/2026

We're ready to play for you! There's still time to come down to the Scottdale Gazebo! Show starts at 6:30!

08/08/2026

Looking for free live entertainment this evening??

Grab a comfy lawn chair and come enjoy the big band sounds of the Wally Gingers Orchestra at the Scottdale Gazebo from 6:30-8:30PM! Our show theme is “Swinging Through the Years,” featuring classic arrangements by Wally Gingers that have delighted dancers and audiences since 1939. See you there!

08/03/2026

The Wally Gingers Orchestra will be performing a two hour show at the gazebo in Scottdale, PA this coming Saturday starting at 6:30pm. We will be "Swingin' Through the Years," featuring music that was popular across the decades—from the Roaring Twenties through the Big Band Era of the 1930s and 1940s, and continuing through the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. The Scottdale gazebo is located at the corner of Pittsburgh and Spring Streets in Scottdale. See you there.

07/27/2026

The Wally Gingers Orchestra will be performing at Cedar Creek Park this coming Sunday, August 2, from 2:00-3:00pm as part of Fun Fest. We will be "Swingin' Through the Years," featuring music that was popular across the decades—from the Roaring Twenties through the Big Band Era of the 1930s and 1940s, and continuing through the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. Cedar Creek Park is located at 453 Evergreen Drive, North Belle Vernon, PA 15012. We will be at pavillion #1 at the top of the hill above the amphitheater. See you there.

06/27/2026

Due to inclement weather, today’s performance at Greendance Winery is cancelled. We will miss entertaining you! We hope to see you at a future performance!

04/28/2026

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We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our dear friend, Richard “Mac” McCoy.

Mac was our lead saxophonist for many years with The Wally Gingers Orchestra. He brought not only his wonderful musicianship, but also his great humor, endless stories, and warm personality to every performance. He was truly a joy to be around and will be greatly missed by all of us.

We hold his family close in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Until we meet again, Mac. 🎷💛

Richard E. (Mac) McCoy, age 87, of Uniontown, PA, went to be with his Father on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in the Uniontown Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born July 27, 1938 in Turtle Creek, PA, son of the late James E. and Anna Grace Rynd McCoy.

Richard graduated from Turtle Creek High School Class of 1956. He also graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Music Education. He began his teaching career in 1960 at South Union High School which later became Laurel Highlands High School. He was Director of Bands at LH High School. Richard wrote the Alma Mater for the school. He retired from teaching in 1997. Mac was interim Band Director from 2000-2008. He was honored with the title of Director of Band Emeritus and announcer for LH High School Marching Band. He was assistant band director at Uniontown High School for five years.

Richard was past president of Fayette County Music Educators and adjudicator for Carnegie Mellon Honors Band Programs. He sang in the Uniontown Chorale. He played numerous instruments in the VFW Post 47 Band, Sammy Bill Orchestra, Scottdale Community Band, Wally Gingers Band, Local 596 Uniontown Musical Society and the WVU Alumnae Band. He also played for different musicals in the area.

Richard served as choir director for Central Christian Church for thirty years. He was an active member of Third Presbyterian Church where he served as choir director from 1997 to present and the Director of the Bell Choir. Dick enjoyed working visitations and funerals for the Ferguson Funeral Home form many years.

Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Jeanne, his six children, Rick, Jeff (Barbie), Randy, Jon (Ginger) of Florida, Rene (Eric) Rockwell of Ohio, and Jody; Grandchildren, Jeremy (Joanne) McCoy, Kellie McCoy, Jamie Rockwell, Natalie Rockwell, Ian Rockwell, Nicole (Corrin) Clayton Anthony McCoy, Felicia McCoy, Gracie Lewis, Joshua McCoy, Kayla Rohm (Mike) Rohm and great grandchildren, Lucas Clayton, Griffin Clayton, Maddie Jacobs, Christopher Jacobs, Winry Rohm, Sebastian Rohm and Beatrix Rohm.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA, where family and friends will be received on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 and Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 2 until 4 PM and 6 until 8 PM. Visitation will continue on Friday, May 1, 2026 at Third Presbyterian Church from 10 until 11 AM the hour of service with Rev. Patrick Ewing officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Uniontown, PA.

Donations can be made to the Third Presbyterian Church in memory of Richard.

South Union Volunteer Fire Company will conduct a service Thursday at 6:30 PM.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home page.