I saw them praying in New York one time and at a place in Los Angeles when they were dovoning I think that's how you spell that...
I realize that being serious in prayer is for comfort in fact I have to do it often )
I have been to many of worship services, I went to a Black church one time boy can they get into it, they got the spirit going all over the place, at first I was kind of shy but then after awhile I was clapping and getting the spirit of GOD too, Gospel Singers just have such powerful voices and somehow that can bring a spiritual type of feeling when praying to GOD...
I find it peaceful listening to harps and flutes in church..
You're right.
Gospel services can be uplifting and exhilarating. The Jewish way is quite solemn, except for Purim and Simchat Torah services, which are frivolous and celebratory, and wedding ceremonies, which are celebratory (and not frivolous).