Open it how? In what sequence should the screws be removed?
Not important. Just remember which screw belongs where. You can find your own system how to do it. I use small plastic cups and do a description - numbers, and a simple picture with numbers.
and once open are their any wires connecting the lid I should be aware of?
I don't remember. Do it carefully, and nothing wrong can happen.
How about the keys? are they in any immediate danger once opened?
I don't remember, probably not. Use some soft pillow or similar under the instrument.
These and about a hundred other useful considerations are the type of knowledge people don't seem too eager to share.
Because it's so obvious it's not necessary to discuss.
But hey...you had an opportunity to be oh-so-witty and glib, you must be a killer at cocktail parties, it's a gift use it wisely...
I like his British (?) humor, and understand his reaction to your questions which look funny as well :-) You don't need to feel offended, I'm sure it was not his intention.
Anyone else care to help? I've extensively modded Volcas and would be willing to tech support any such ventures in return for a little detailed 411, too bad I need to barter for help, but if that's the way it is around here, so be it.