[jollybean]

Yeah it's possibly a little snobby but most forms of music before 1900 i.e. 'classical' even if not technically classical period ... are 'long form'.

So pieces will be 10-20 minutes as opposed to 3 minutes.

That allows for a different listening experience.

I suggest something different for working: light EDM.

EDM is not designed to be 'actively listened to'. It's designed for your body, not your ears, it's generally 'beat and rhythm founded' instead of 'melody, chord and phrasing founded' - and so you can have it on for much longer and still use your mind for work.

Drum Circles last for hours, you can have a conversation while enjoying it.

So you don't waste great music while working away, you can burn the tedium of mediocre electronica all without looking for the dopamine chorus / mega riff.