Billy Harper - Capra Black (1973/2025) [Hi-Res]

Billy Harper’s Capra Black is a cornerstone of spiritual jazz, marking a monumental achievement as his debut album as a bandleader. Released in 1973 on the iconic Strata-East label, it established Harper as a distinctive voice and set the stage for his future work. Featuring drummer Elvin Jones, trumpeter Virgil Jones, and pianist George Cables, Capra Black showcases Harper’s bold artistic vision with compositions that weave themes of resilience, cultural identity, and spirituality, capturing both the charged energy of the era and a profound emotional depth.

A seminal work in his acclaimed discography, Capra Black solidified Billy Harper’s place among the leading innovators of his generation. Now remastered and available for the first time in digital format, this landmark album offers a new audience the opportunity to experience its timeless power and relevance.

Bass – Reggie Workman
Drums – Billy Cobham, Elvin Jones, Warren Smith
Piano – George Cables
Saxophone – Billy Harper
Trombone – Dick Griffin, Julian Priester
Trumpet – Jimmy Owens
Voice – Barbara Grant, Billy Harper, Gene McDaniels, Laveda Johnson, Pat Robinson