“The Sky Over Brooklyn” is the debut release by Joao Martins, a pianist and percussionist currently living in New York City. 　　 　　The album features a group of talented young players from diverse backgrounds, in a two-band setting that divides the album into both studio and live performances. 　　 　　Combining contemporary jazz with traditional Brazilian styles and with film scoring techniques, “The Sky Over Brooklyn” aims to reflect musically the essential elements of the vibrant neighborhoods of Brooklyn: tradition, innovation, liveliness.