Definitions

1. noun

A musical performance given before a concert, typically by a soloist or small group, to prepare the audience for the main event.

“The pianist’s preconcert performance of Chopin’s nocturnes set the perfect mood for the evening’s main concert.”

2. verb

To hold a musical performance before a concert, typically to prepare the audience for the main event.

“The orchestra will preconcert with a selection of Vivaldi’s concertos before the main show.”