What is the meaning of Overture?

An opening; a recess or chamber.

Disclosure; discovery; revelation.

An approach or proposal made to initiate communication, establish a relationship etc.

A motion placed before a legislative body, such as the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland.

A musical introduction to a piece of music, or a play.

To make overtures; to approach with a proposal.

Overt, that is, disclosed.

an opening

Source: wiktionary.org