Sinfonietta
In an opera, the beginning of an orchestral piece is called an overture. Other orchestral performances don't have a special name for the beginning.
an arrangementAlso known as a "transcription".
A small piece of soot is called a "smut."
A small piece or part of something like a piece of glass is called a shard.
It's called an "overture." It's usually not too long, and there's no singing.
A small piece of cloth is usually called a patch. A small piece of cloth could also be called a rag or a washcloth.
A small piece of cloth is usually called a patch. A small piece of cloth could also be called a rag or a washcloth.
The overture. It's played before the curtain rises, and there's no singing in it.
bullet
The small piece of cartilage at the base of the sternum is called the xiphoid process
A small piece of land in the sea is called an island.
A piece of music played as an introduction to the main piece is called an "overture." Overtures are typically orchestral compositions that set the mood for the following performance, often found in operas, musicals, and symphonic works. They can also serve as a standalone concert piece, showcasing themes that will appear later in the main work.