Capra Black


Capra Black is the debut album by American jazz saxophonist Billy Harper. It was recorded in 1973 and released on the Strata-East label.

Reception

In his review for AllMusic, Jason Ankeny praised the album, stating "Capra Black remains one of the seminal recordings of jazz's black consciousness movement. A profoundly spiritual effort that channels both the intellectual complexity of the avant-garde as well as the emotional potency of gospel, its focus and assurance belie Billy Harper's inexperience as a leader".

Track listing

All compositions by Billy Harper
  1. "Capra Black" - 11:17
  2. "Sir Galahad" - 8:00
  3. "New Breed" - 4:30
  4. "Soulfully, I Love You / Black Spiritual of Love" - 10:34
  5. "Cry of Hunger" - 10:46

Personnel