Renowned Composer Mark Smythe Dies While Hiking in California
Mark Smythe, a 53-year-old composer known for his work in horror films and concert music, tragically died while hiking on the Mount Wilson Trail in Sierra Madre, California. Smythe, originally from New Zealand, was found unresponsive by a rescue team after suffering a cardiac emergency. Despite efforts by friends and family to revive him, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Smythe was a respected figure in the music community, serving as the chair of the Composing for Visual Media Department and receiving accolades for his work, including a nomination for an SCL Award. 
