[cloudmountain]

We have only one singing Mass at my parish. I avoid it. I was in their choir for a while but ... got out. I enjoy the moments of silence.

Remember when we put our face in our hands after Holy Communion? I do. I don't recall when that practice disappeared but it did.

[NYer]

Remember when we put our face in our hands after Holy Communion?

Yes, very much so. IIRC, Pope Benedict attempted to restore silence after communion. It is indeed a necessary part of worship as we contemplate the real presence of our Lord within us.