mg,

I am in the states, but for what it is worth.....

I have not attended and am not familiar with any music camp where the "Informal" sessions are/were as highly structured as you would prefer. The aspects that you find annoying are pretty much the norm in the events I have attended.

Of course, my experience is limited.

If me and my musical friends want to limit the size of a group, we place ourselves in a location where it is physically impossible for the group to grow. A walled tent, an alcove, a hallway, etc. the more open the space that a session is in the more moths get attracted to the flames.

My advice is that if you want something done in a certain way, do it yourself. that approach has always worked for me.

Good luck in your search.

Russ (permanent GUEST)