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Abstract
When performing a systematic review of the operatic anthological literature several notable absences were observed in said literature. Primary among these was the absence of opera aria anthologies that take into account the technical vocal limitations of undergraduate-level singers. There was also an observed absence of anthologies that present truly wholistic accompanying information to help performers and teachers develop informed performances.This document presents a critically annotated bibliography of baritone aria anthologies to establish the validity of the aforementioned observations. Accompanying this bibliography are tables that present the contents of the annotated anthologies and an exhaustive unannotated bibliography of baritone aria anthologies. This document also presents a model anthology consisting of four arias specifically selected for undergraduate-level baritones, taking into account the technical vocal capabilities of that demographic. The included arias are presented with accompanying information intended to address observed absences in the current operatic anthological literature.