[3] In a review for AllMusic, Brian Olewnick wrote: "among [Taylor's] recordings after having reached the ripe age of 70, The Willisau Concert is among the very best... it sits comfortably alongside discs like Indent, Silent Tongues, and Double Holy House...

The Willisau Concert shows a grandmaster as yet unfazed by age, much less current fashion, and stands as one of Cecil Taylor's finest recordings.

"[4] Glenn Astarita, writing for All About Jazz, commented that, with this album, "the pianist has added yet another astounding entry into his already rich recorded legacy... Greatness can be an ongoing trait!

"[6] Gary Giddins wrote: "The Willisau Concert is... a major statement of Taylor’s maturity... From the first notes, you know you are in the hands of an absolutely confident composer.

"[7] Writing for One Final Note, Alan Jones remarked: "The Willisau Concert is another fascinating entry into a discography with an already healthy share of solo performances.