What does KBE stand for in Esa-Pekka Salonen's title?
Knight of the British Empire
Kingdom of the British Empire
Keynote of the British Economy
Kindness of the British Empire
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KBE stands for Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire, a British title awarded to Esa-Pekka Salonen. The title is awarded by the British monarch and is the third-highest ranking order of chivalry in the British honours system. Salonen was awarded the KBE in 2011 for his services to music.
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