Billy Harper "Capra Black" Strata-East 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

New! 2018 reissue, remaster, limited edition, 180g, discontinued 

Billy Harper's *Capra Black*, released in 1973, is a powerful and spiritually charged album that stands as a significant work in the post-bop and spiritual jazz genres. Harper, a tenor saxophonist known for his intense, passionate playing, delivers a deeply emotional performance throughout the album. The music is a dynamic blend of avant-garde jazz, gospel, and African rhythms, with each track exuding a profound sense of urgency and purpose. The title track, "Capra Black," is a bold, expansive piece that highlights Harper's ability to convey deep emotions through his saxophone, while the album as a whole resonates with themes of resilience, spirituality, and social consciousness. *Capra Black* is a strikingly original and thought-provoking work that captures the essence of the 1970s jazz scene.