Italian overture ih-TAL-yun OE-ver-cher Your browser does not support the audio element. [ English ] Definition The Baroque precursor of the classical symphony, the Italian overture evolved during the 17th and 18th centuries; it is characterized by its three movement form, consisting of a fast, a slow, and a fast movement. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2013-02-14 19:12:57
