author of Music By Max Steiner: The Epic Life of Hollywood's Most Influential
Steven C. Smith
author of Music By Max Steiner: The Epic Life of Hollywood's Most Influential
About Steven
Steven C. Smith is an American author and biographer known for his work on musicians and Hollywood composers. He authored biographies of Bernard Herrmann, titled A Heart at Fire's Center: The Life and Music of Bernard Herrmann, and Max Steiner, known for Music by Max Steiner: The Epic Life of Hollywood's Most Influential. Smith's biography of Steiner has been praised for its meticulously compiled research and insightful analysis, with critics noting how it effectively intertwines Steiner's personal struggles with his professional achievements. His biography of Herrmann received the ASCAP Deems Taylor Award in 1992, and critics such as Bruce Bennett and Jonathan Kirsch have commended his disciplined approach and ability to reveal the personal and professional complexities faced by these composers. Bennett highlighted Smith’s skill in capturing the nuanced interplay between Herrmann’s personal issues and his musical legacy, while Kirsch noted the biography’s discernment in portraying the tragedy behind Hollywood’s recognition of its composers. Additionally, Smith writes and produces documentaries and has earned four Emmy nominations for his work. His research and storytelling have contributed to renewed interest and appreciation for these influential figures in film music history.
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Steven C. Smith
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Episode 489: Crime Classics: The Bloody, Bloody Banks Of Fall River
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Episode 487: Crime Classics: Good Evening, My Name Is Jack The Ripper
Apr 30, 2026
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Episode 485: Crime Classics: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
Apr 23, 2026
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Episode 483: Crime Classics: The Seven Layered Cake Of Madame LaFarge
Apr 16, 2026
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Episode 479: Crime Classics: The Crime Of Bathsheba Spooner
Apr 2, 2026
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Episode 477: Crime Classics: The Triangle On The Round Table
Mar 26, 2026
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