Neal's latest project is the Blue Note Quartet. This ensemble is dedicated to reviving the lesser-known gems from the 1955-1970 period of the classic Blue Note Records catalog. Some composers represented are Joe Henderson, Hank Mobley, Jackie McLean, Horace Silver, Duke Pearson, Wayne Shorter, and many others. The group has performed at the Jazz Showcase, Andy's Jazz Club, and Pops for Champagne. The group currently includes Neal on guitar, Scott Burns on saxophone, John Tate on bass, and George Fludas on drums.

Currently, new material is being written for Neal's second instrumental CD which will be released in spring 2012. This project will contain original compositions as well as interesting arrangements of cover tunes. Also, several songs will feature horns as well as various percussion instruments.