This E note is written on the first line of the staff.
Play this E note with your first finger on the D string.
To play this E note, use the tip of the first finger of your left hand. When playing this piece, take care when moving the bow from the E string to the D string in the final measure.
This F# note is written in the first space of the staff.
Play this F# note with your second finger on the D string.
To play this F# note, use the tip of the second finger of your left hand.
Instead of writing a sharp sign before every F and C note it is easier to use the key signature of D major. A tune with this key signature is said to be in the key of D major.
This song is in the key of D major.
This G note is written on the second line of the staff.
Play this G note with your third finger on the D string.
To play this G note, use the tip of the third finger of your left hand. Remember to place the first and second fingers down behind the third finger as you play the note.