overture
/ˈoʊvərtʃər/
noun
- An opening offer or suggestion made to begin a discussion or relationship, especially in business or diplomacy.
- The company made a peace overture to its striking workers.
- Her overture to start a partnership was met with enthusiasm.
- The two countries exchanged overtures to improve trade relations.
- A piece of music played at the beginning of an opera, musical, or concert, often introducing themes from the work.
- The overture set the mood for the entire musical performance.
- The audience applauded after the dramatic overture ended.
- The orchestra played the overture from The Marriage of Figaro.