Joseph Susanka May 21, 2013 Zimmer and Whitacre: Strange Musical Bedfellows Joseph Susanka May 21, 2013 Whitacre's reveal: "I co-composed the “Mermaid Theme” with Hans Zimmer and conducted some of the choral sessions. I had the time of my life! Hans is a brilliant composer and a generous collaborator; can’t wait to work with him again."