Nice-Matin
November 3, 1997
"The magic of Murtfeld"
“…In his appearance, with a seducing smile behind his severe glasses, Ulrich Murtfeld is a model of the balance between art and science. Highly distinguished in chemistry, he has devoted himself to studies of the piano at a high level; he had to make a choice. Judging by what we heard, he has what it takes to become a notable interpreter of music. With hands both powerful and soft, a sound and sure technique that reaches perfection and exhibiting, intelligence – in the true sense of the word – in the subjects, full of sensitivity and the art of mastering all moods, as well as the quality so seldom attained: the ability to add colour… In Debusssy's Préludes he unfolded his controlled strength, produced gleaming and delicate sounds, almost hovering, melodic drawings with a rare poetic quality.”