Composers Magic MQ5-37 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7A6F82, LRV 17 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dancing in the Spring from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A6F82 · MQ5-37
Composers Magic
17%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Composers Magic Technical Profile
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Composers Magic in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Composers Magic in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrComposers Magic
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDancing in the Spring
Dancing in the Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dancing in the Spring
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ancient Violet
PPG
Very similar
Violaceous
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wood Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nightfall Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Turbid Amethyst
Valspar
Very similar
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Very similar
Regal Purple
Kilz
Visible difference
Grape Jam
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Composers Magic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Composers Magic
#7A6F82
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A87CA4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Composers Magic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Composers Magic Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Composers Magic.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Composers Magic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Composers Magic have?
Composers Magic by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Composers Magic in your own space before committing.
What colors match Composers Magic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Composers Magic are Dancing in the Spring by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Dancing in the Spring by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Southern Belle by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Composers Magic's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Composers Magic?
Composers Magic has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Composers Magic's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.