CHARLES CITY — The single violin flitters up and down a set of measures, repeating them to perfect the tone and character. Chatter fills in the background as a low thrumming. Cases click open. More violinists start their tuning. Cellos join in the cacophony, until the conductor, John Chiles, motions. The silence is a void soon filled by talk of programs and an introduction of the orchestra’s guest. It’s practice night at the 500 N. Grand Auditorium for the Charles City Community Chamber Orchestra. Since its inception, the orchestra has fluctuated between 10 and 15 members. It’s at the high water … Continue reading CC Orchestra prepares for spring concert within crowded auditorium schedule